Applications Sales Engineer II, Metals (Heat Treatment and Combustion)

Overview

The Application Sales Engineer (ASE) is responsible for selling value-added technology-based gas applications in collaboration with the Account Managers. This includes prospect evaluation, technical solution design, value creation and capture determinations, proposal writing and presentation, process change management leadership, and support of the account manager in closing the deal. The ASE will perform the application start-up. In addition, the ASE is responsible to assist the account manager in the growth and renewal of existing business and the identification of prospects. The ASE is also responsible for getting deals in a team selling environment.

The salary range for this position is $106,000-$155,000. Messer provides medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance and paid time off as well as other voluntary benefits, such as, long term disability in accordance with the terms and conditions of these Plans. Employees are eligible to enroll in Messer's 401(k) Plan. Employees may be eligible to participate in the company's bonus program.

Responsibilities

• To create, grow, and maintain sales of industrial gas products and technical solutions to new and existing customers in Metals & manufacturing Industry with focus on combustion, melting and heat treatment applications.
• To be the technical expert that differentiates Messer from the competition and drives profitable sales using the Messer Pro sales process for both the acquisition of new customers and the growth and retention of existing customers
• Differentiate Messer's equipment and solution offerings from competitors by understanding prospect / customer needs and objectives and applying creativity, innovation, and a value-added sales approach
• Supports the sales and market segment personnel (e.g., opportunity qualification, design of technical solution and determination of value creation, understanding of customer / prospect feedback regarding the solution, support in the development of solution cost, proposal development for technical solutions) in winning business in a team effort. Gains understanding of competitive gas supply contract terms.
• Maintains the existing customer base through customer process knowledge and technical expertise and assists in relationship selling
• Responsible for obtaining insight regarding industry trends and opportunities for the development of new application technologies or improvement of existing equipment
• Builds relationships with multiple functions (eg., operations, maintenance, engineering) in prospect / customer organizations
• Develops and employs industry network (e.g., industry players, complimentary equipment / service providers, academics) to enhance Messer prioritization and performance
• Responsible for applications equipment / technical solution design for the target industry working closely with the Applications Equipment Engineering team Industry Manager Messer's Global technical team
• Responsible for actions that are precursors to successful value creation through application of technical solutions such as customer process audits, and safety training and awareness activities
• Maintains technical knowledge and competence in the company's applications technologies and services as well as alternative and competitive technical solutions
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $106,000-$155,000. Messer provides medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance and paid time off as well as other voluntary benefits, such as, long term disability in accordance with the terms and conditions of these Plans. Employees are eligible to enroll in Messer's 401(k) Plan. Employees may be eligible to participate in the company's bonus program.

About Messer

Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.

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