Extrusion & Forging Salesperson & Project Coordinator

Butech Bliss; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Salary increases every six months

Job summary

Butech Bliss is seeking a highly motivated Project Coordinator / Sales Representative to support business growth in the extrusion, forging, and metals industries. You will manage customer relationships, develop opportunities, and coordinate complex projects from quote to delivery with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to read technical drawings, and travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, business, marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in project management, industrial equipment sales, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience in metals, extrusion, forging, or related manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, negotiation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within extrusion, forging, and metals industries.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and technical presentations.
• Coordinate the sales process from initial customer contact through contract award and project handoff.
• Assist with contract negotiations and order management activities.
• Attend customer meetings, industry events, and trade shows to promote products and services.
• Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and CRM data.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide ongoing support.
• Travel to customer, supplier, job site, and company locations as required.

Skills

Sales

Project coordination

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Microsoft Project

CRM software

Job description

Extrusion & Forging Salesperson & Project Coordinator

Butech Bliss is a company that sets itself apart from its competitors by offering the most innovative design, manufacturing and service in our industry. This is accomplished by building and nurturing a workforce of exceptional employees. We recruit top talent by offering an exceptional employment package and fostering a supportive culture and pleasant working environment.

Summary

Butech Bliss is seeking a highly motivated Project Coordinator / Sales Representative to support business growth and successfully execute projects within the metals, extrusion, and forging industries. This role combines customer relationship management, sales development, and project coordination responsibilities. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, vendors, engineering, manufacturing, and internal project teams to develop solutions, manage project execution, and ensure customer satisfaction from initial engagement through project completion.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the extrusion, forging, and metals industries.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and technical presentations.
• Coordinate the sales process from initial customer contact through contract award and project handoff.
• Assist with contract negotiations and order management activities.
• Attend customer meetings, industry events, and trade shows to promote products and services.
• Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitive activity.
• Maintain accurate sales reports, customer records, forecasts, and CRM data.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide ongoing support.
• Travel to customer, supplier, job site, and company locations as required.
• Operate a personal or company-owned vehicle for business purposes.
• Transport documents, equipment, parts, materials, or other business-related items as needed.
• Maintain authorization as a Company Driver in accordance with company policy.

Project Coordination & Execution

• Coordinate projects from initiation through completion, ensuring scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, customers, and vendors to support successful project execution.
• Support the development and manufacture of custom machinery and equipment tailored to customer requirements.
• Read, interpret, and communicate technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Track project progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues.
• Maintain effective communication among all project stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables meet customer expectations and company standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, industrial equipment sales, manufacturing, custom machinery, or related industries.
• Experience in the metals industry, including extrusion, forging, or related manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery, and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must meet and maintain Company Driver eligibility requirements and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must maintain required automobile insurance when operating a personal vehicle for company business.
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally overnight as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or other 2D/3D CAD software.
• Experience with Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of capital equipment sales and custom-engineered machinery.
• Experience using CRM software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
• Ability to lift 10-20 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent use of computers, phones, and office equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, bend, reach, push, and pull as needed

Benefits

• medical insurance at no cost to the employee
• with a $3,500 deductible that is covered at 100% once met
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%
• generous paid vacation
• opportunities for salary increases every six months
• many additional offerings

At Butech Bliss, we foster an environment of continuous improvement and employee development, where individuals are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally, while also finding ways to enjoy the work along the way.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail]