Application Specialist — Metalworking Tools (Remote)

GWS Tool Group

Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

GWS Tool Group is seeking an Applications Specialist for Western Michigan to manage existing accounts and generate new opportunities. The role focuses on understanding customer needs in metalworking and educating customers, prospects, and distributors on products and capabilities.

Travel and field engagements are required to present solutions and support the distribution network. The candidate should have 1–3 years in manufacturing with tooling knowledge, the ability to process parts and select

Qualifications

1-3 years strong manufacturing background in milling, turning, grooving.
Knowledgeable in tooling and manufacturing processes.
Ability to assist customers with processing parts and correct tool applications.
Account management for current customers; strong prospecting for new customers.

Responsibilities

Scheduling appointments and meeting existing customers to review applications and product requirements.
Effective planning to conduct sales presentations by meeting customers physically on a daily basis.
Liaising between the company and the customers for up-to-date conditions on pricing, service, and latest product releases.
Generating and developing prospect accounts to increase revenue with distributors.
Preparing reports for sales and marketing and maintaining expense accounts.