BIA Group is a global leader in high-quality chrome-plated components for automotive interiors and exteriors. With advanced expertise in injection molding, chrome finishing for both the interior and exterior of vehicles is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer with at least 10 years of uninterrupted experience in the automotive and aftermarket industries. Experience in OEMs and Tier 1-2, after-market and other applicable industries such as Home Appliances.

Skills and Abilities:

· College graduated as Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Chemistry , specialized in electroplating (a plus), Master degree: MBA Planning & Strategic Administrative area (is a plus).

· 10 to 12 years of experience in the automotive industry as a Sales Engineer.

· Knowledge of the injection molding process is a MUST. (Electro plating process is desirable as a PLUS).

· Proven experience in cost integration, calculations, and project management.

· Experience negotiating new projects and engineering changes.

· Strategic business planning (sales and short-, medium-, and long-term projects).

· Project methodology.

· GD&T (geometric tolerancing).

· Knowledge of Value Methodology strategies.

· Advanced skills in electronic data processing (EDP) and MS Office.

· Fluent English (spoken and written), advanced communication skills (

· Customer-oriented, confident, and confident presence.

· Independent and proactive work style.

· Sense of responsibility, be self-employed. Independent and proactive internal coordination of ongoing projects, including open and transparent communication with all involved departments.

· Developed leadership and effective communication skills.

· Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

· Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (valid U.S. passport and visa).

· Identify, develop, and implement long-term sales strategies based on market intelligence, in collaboration with the Plant Director and the Global Sales Director.

· Seek new business awards based on current plant capacity, assessing the resources and risks associated with each project.

· Continuous optimization and development of the sales and project management interface.

· Reporting and maintaining KPIs to the Plant Director.

· Preparation of cost spreadsheets for quotations.

· Maintain close communication with key clients, maintaining the company's presence.

· Support clients in communicating with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), aftermarket manufacturers, and the appliance industry.

· Ensure the execution and adherence to deadlines of all projects.

· Perform value-added analysis/value engineering, within the scope of the sales and commercial departments.

· Obtain the highest level of client requirements for newly awarded projects (Client Portal).

· Share the initial budget allocated to the project management team, as well as the sales price for each project phase.

· Maintain transparent and efficient documentation within the company.

· Independent project management.

· Customer-oriented, reliable, and confident presence.

· Independent and proactive work style.

· Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

· Knowledge and experience in integrated quality management system processes: IATF16949, ISO9001, VDA6.3, ISO 14001