Sales Specialist - Grand Rapids, MI

The Sales Specialist supports the Business Development Managers and Amphenol Sales Team members to drive completion and closure of bidding activities. The Sales Specialist works with the Pricing and Engineering teams to gather and communicate information to the Sales team members and customers. The Sales Specialist helps drive sales by assisting Business Development Managers to research and pursue opportunities with current and new customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work with the Purchasing team, Engineering team, Suppliers and Customers to facilitate bid opportunities Assist with the preparation of proposals and communicate to customers Provide pricing and technical assistance to both internal and external customers Help facilitate the effective hand-off of information from bid to contract performance phase Facilitate pricing opportunities in a timely manner Research the defense, aerospace and space market conditions to determine potential business opportunities Participate in launch support teams Provide excellent Customer Service to external customers to ensure a high level of customer support Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or related discipline, strongly preferred 2 years of experience in customer service, sales and/or marketing, strongly preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint 10% Travel About our Company Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high-reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company’s industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario. Benefits We Offer: At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full-time employees. Highlights include: UNITED STATES Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Generous 401(k) match Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.) Paid time off to volunteer Company-Paid Short Term Disability CANADA Full benefits package Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.) Pension plan Paid parental leave Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.