Job description Summary: In line with Safran Electrical and Power vision, the Customer Support and Services department integrates Safran Power and Ventilation aftermarket directorates into one global team. Based on a common front office, this new organization is responsible of customer support and sales development aiming to increase our services/MRO sales and improve our service level and customer satisfaction. Such new organization will rely on regional teams of Customer Support and Sales Managers that will be managed by the dedicated Customer Support Regional Lead. This role will be responsible for: Customer satisfaction, main point of contact to customers Sales budget achievement and forecast for Power and Ventilation divisions Contract and proposal negotiation Essentially Duties & Responsibilities: Reporting to management to provide a full spectrum of customer support and sales activities (majority of sales in Maintenance Repairs Overhaul and Spares so developing maintenance contracts); Assist CSM Team for the customer base in the designated zone, with the aim of maximizing business opportunities to achieve sales and market share growth; Develop the relationships necessary to facilitate information/contact as required with all levels of the customer operation; Manage day to day requests from customers including validation of current pricing (RFQs), supporting status inquiries, escalation requests etc. Be the voice of the customer: o responsible for customer satisfaction as the main point of contact between customers and Safran Power and Ventilation; o communicate recovery plan in the event of customer satisfaction below target; o establishing a complete comprehensive understanding of the customers, their organization and the key individuals within it; o Liaising with internal departments with the objective of timely resolving customer issues and queries, with the support of CSM Team o Manage a structured, regular customer communication/visit schedule; Assist CSM Team in preparation and contribute to the annual Sales Forecast in its territory Assist CSM Team in effectively selling of all SEP's MRO capabilities; Support preparation and negotiation with the customers ad-hoc offers and contracts with active follow-up up to deal closure. (Target to grow into full responsibility as CSM) Assist CSM Team in generating customer and market information and feedback to support future sales planning; To be able to learn a certain degree of ability in holding technical discussion with the customers; Manage customer visits, customer satisfaction and assist CSM Team with sales reports. Follow-up customers overdue and manage specific actions to assist keeping account in good standing Regular, predictable attendance is required Other duties may be assigned. Complementary description Physical Demands: This position is sitting most for the day with computer and phone work Work Environment: Role is possible to be remote. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Job requirements Bachelor's Degree in Relevant area (Business/Engineering/Sales & Marketing) from an accredited institution and 1 year related experience In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 2 years' experience in Customer and/or Sales or similar industry. Commercial Aerospace and Airline industry experience such as Vendor Management, Procurement, Repair Management or similar roles. Experience in aftermarket activities including Spares, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul), AOG, level 1 technical support Ability to travel for domestic and overseas business (50%+) This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered. Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap. Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimized architectures and solutions. Bachelor's Degree More than 5 years
Salary: $71.3K - $99K a year
Employment Type: Full-time
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