ACCOUNT SPECIALIST

WEG: Our Company

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. At WEG Transformers USA (WTU), we're part of a global company with over 49,000 employees in 135+ countries, yet our roots run deep in Washington, Missouri. Our three (3) specialized factories in Heidemann Industrial Park design and build the transformers that power homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses across the region. Through our partnership with Ameren Missouri, WTU has supplied key transformer units for Smart Energy Plan projects that are modernizing the grid and improving reliability for thousands of customers. One of our transformers now supports a new substation just south of Washington, helping deliver more reliable power to over 2,700 homes and businesses and expected to enhance service reliability for 14,000+ customers in Franklin County, Missouri.

WEG is committed to building quality products and providing efficient solutions. To achieve this goal, we strive for continuous investment in innovation and team work. Helping people reach their goals by living the values of the company is a passion shared by everyone at WEG. At WEG, our values stand as: Human Company, Team Work, Efficiency, Flexibility, Innovation, and Leadership. As a Human Company, we value each individual contribution to our success, and we motivate people by means of integrity, ethics, and constant support to personal development. WEG also supports Green Initiatives.

Role: Account Specialist

In this role, see yourself providing solutions to meet customer needs & specifications. You will have responsibility for the following items:

• Provides liaison between WEG and the Market (Customers, Reps and Distributors) for any type of requests related to Request For Quotes (RFQs) covering our product scope of supply;
• Reviews customer specifications, then obtains necessary information from Engineering and other departments to develop pricing & form completion to compete in bidding processes;
• Contacts distributors, reps and customers regularly for feedback information;
• Answers troubleshooting / field questions to ensure high level of customer service;
• Assists Sales Team in resolving technical concerns of customers;

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including:

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts on Day 1.
• 401(k) with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid life & disability insurance.
• Bonus Program

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io should you need a referral to the recruiter for this requisition.

Requirements

Basic:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a similar degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to work within the WEG Code of Ethics & Values. (WEG Code of Ethics, 4th Edition)
• Has current work authorization for employment in the United States.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines;
• Has current work authorization for employment in the United States.
• Must complete: Job interview, pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Resides or plans to reside within reasonable commuting distance--no relocation assistance available for this role.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with SAP;
• Two years of experience in Sales & Marketing;
• Engineering background
• Understand Spanish