There is an opening for a Product Specialist at Ellwood National Forge based in Irvine however from time to time maybe based in the Warren or Corry Plants. This position is an exempt, full time opportunity and reports to the Director of Sales and Marketing and is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Direct product sales responsibility (current, former, new customers) - Strategic Markets/ Accounts as assigned Create sales forecasts Identify new business opportunities for existing products and new market opportunities Lead sales calls Final approval of sales proposals Create, develop and deliver sales proposals/presentations Close qualified sales opportunities Document sales calls Perform marketing activities as assigned Run, conduct inquiry, order review, and IPT Meetings Organize quality audits and customer visits Responsible for completion of customer survey's and information requests Enter sales order(s) Interact with customers and vendors as needed to finalize the order Manage new orders and projects Manage inquiry logs (inquiry numbers, won/lost data) Traveling internationally or domestically as needed to support aforementioned duties MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four-Year B.S. Degree Business, Engineering, Metallurgy or equivalent relevant experience 5 Years or less sales experience Excellent problem solving and listening skills. Must be proactive and results oriented with a strong desire to succeed. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Strong personal computer skills, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Travel as necessary PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Sales Engineering or Industrial Sales/Marketing experience in custom finish machined and/or custom engineered industrial products. CAD or drafting experience Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities sexual orientation/ gender identity.

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