Project Manager - Cold Forming

freudenberg; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking a technically adept Sales Professional to identify and pursue new business in Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants. You will provide technical support, guide customers on benefits and applications, and drive sales through visits and consulting.

You will conduct market research, keep CRM records, and manage regional responsibilities across multiple states, with travel 50–60% within the US as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Willingness to travel within district (50-60%).
• Proven work experience in technical sales, preferably in the Wire Drawing industry.
• Strong understanding of surface treatment technologies and their applications in the Wire Drawing Industry.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants.
• Offer technical support and guidance to customers on benefits and applications of our products.
• Support of sales through targeted customer visits, sales tools, and technical/commercial consulting.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions in CRM systems.
• Regional responsibility covering Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Florida.

Skills

Technical sales

CRM knowledge

Surface treatments

Customer guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the field of Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants
• Offer technical support and guidance to customers, helping them understand the benefits and applications of our products
• Support of sales through targeted customer visits, sales tools, and technical/commercial consulting
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions in CRM systems
• Regional responsibility with a high priority targeting the areas of Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Florida

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field of advantage
• Willingness to travel within district (50-60%). Within the US or other as needed.
• Proven work experience in technical sales, preferably in the Wire Drawing industry
• Strong understanding of surface treatment technologies and their applications. in the Wire Drawing Industry
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.