Technical Sales Manager

Technical Sales Manager# Technical Sales Manager Full-time  Business Development  Madison Heights, Michigan, United States
3. Technical Sales Manager Technical Sales Manager, Madison Heights, Michigan, United States, Business Development, Chemicals## Responsibilities & Opportunities Sika is looking for an experienced Technical Sales Manager to join our growing team!  At Sika, the Technical Sales Manager will assess and understand the customer’s technical needs relative to battery thermal interface materials, sealing, and bonding and by working with the global battery team and local R&D ultimately provide a technically and commercially viable solution in support of our e-mobility growth targets.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Identify and prioritize customer business targets by creating an in-depth understanding of the market trends and customer product cycles.
* Work with the various account teams internally, facilitating and driving the expansion and depth of key technical relationships inside the customer to understand their (battery technology) needs.
* Assess the technical needs of the customer and guiding the customer towards solutions to solutions that Sika can ultimately support.
* Lead and direct the use of supporting technical departments such as Technical Services and R&D to best position our solutions at the customer and in accordance with the customer’s timing.
* Consult and advise the customer on how best to achieve their technical and cost targets by position existing solutions - or in the case they do not exist – communicate the need for the development of new materials internally.
* Publish quarterly information on the battery sales pipeline, NA EV developments and trends, and business outlook summary.

Collaborate with global teams in Europe, China, Japan, and Korea for the growth and benefit of NA business## Preferred Skills
** Qualifications/

Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree required with a strong background in R&D and/or business development.
* Minimum five years of progressively responsible sales experience in which the candidate must have demonstrated a proven track record in achieving specific goals.
* Proven record of creativity, innovation, sales growth, and significant achievement
* Experience in Automotive Industry and be familiar with EV battery system challenges and solutions such as for structural bonding, thermal management and fire protection
* Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent analytical, planning and time management skills, and quantitative skills### Perks & Benefits
** Perks & Benefits
*** 401k with Generous Company Match
* Bonuses* Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
* Paid Parental Leave
* Life Insurance
* Disability Insurance
* Paid time off, Paid holidays
* Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
* Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
* Education Assistance
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilites of each role.  Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive…