Sr Technical Sales & Support , Defense Product Management

Sr. Technical Sales & Support. Defense Product Management

Location: Europe

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy and is named Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary:
Drive the support for all defense sales groups by providing technical responses for RFQs/RFPs and support technical requests from customers all while ensuring customers' technical specifications are met.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare all product samples being sent from SIG for evaluation and demonstration (working with QC and Strategic Weapon Group during final inspection and prepare weapons after QC-SWG approval for shipment).
• International travel at least 75%.
• Plan and support VIP visits by providing technical support and demonstrations.
• Provide technical responses for RFQs/RFPs and support technical requests from customers all while ensuring customers' technical specifications are met.
• Propose and analyze product configuration and recommend products based upon customer specifications.
• Provide product training, demonstration, instruction to customers, and participate in technical evaluations
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build strong partnerships and teamwork.
• Provide expert technical advice to salesforce.
• Lead and direct Regional Directors and customers on SIG SAUER product usage.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High School diploma, Associates or Bachelors degree preferred, and 4+ years of hands-on weapons experience, usage, product training and/or design, or demonstration. Expert knowledge in SIG product offerings and their application required. Military experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable of competitor's offerings.
• Excellent customer service skills/orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Extensive firearms experience. Ability to demonstrate advanced shooting skills on demand in front of an audience.
• Extensive knowledge of NATO and Mil Standard testing procedures.
• Ability to present under pressure to VIP and large delegations.
• Ability to diagnose and perform on the spot repairs on all SIG platforms.
• Must be aware and respectful of foreign cultures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Oracle experience preferred.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Must be flexible, a team player, and possess the ability to multi-task and re-focus as needed.
• Self-starter able to initiate action without supervision.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.