Technical Sales Manager

We are looking for a Technical Sales Manager to join our North Hollywood and Chatsworth team!

As our Technical Sales Manager you will serve as a key interface between CW Sales, Engineering and customer technical communities, building strong relationships and supporting growth of the laser peening and liquid coatings businesses in line with strategic plans. 

This is a great position for an individual with sales and operations experience as the Technical Sales Manager will work closely with both facilities.

Location: North Hollywood, CA or Chatsworth, CA

Salary $120,000 - $145,000 + bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in CA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

Partners with leadership to measure the business’ current market share and develop strategic plans to maximize market penetration. Identifies new market, product, and sales opportunities, working to expand market share with new and existing accounts. Provides forecasting for new and potential accounts as required.  (35%)

Cultivates strong relationships with both internal and external customers in support of achieving business goals. Works closely with customers to establish technical needs and specifications, steering application requirements towards CW technology wherever possible.  Serves as first line interface with customers for technical discussions, including technology workshops to educate customers and optimize application of CW products. (35%)

Monitors and evaluates market and industry trends through professional networking and participation in conferences/seminars/research organizations relevant to the business. Provides market and voice of customer insight to support development of technology roadmaps and innovation projects, ensuring CW and customer technology roadmaps remain aligned. Develops and provides internal training and seminars on technology topics, ensuring the effective use of any sales accountability programs/platforms utilized by the Division. (30%)

What You Bring

In-depth knowledge of the products or services being sold, including technical specifications and applications

Proven experience in sales, ideally in a technical or engineering environment with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets

Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

Operation skills - understanding of the production and job shop environment

US citizenship is required

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.

CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.

To learn more, please visit us at Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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