Technical Sales & Support , Defense Product Management

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 and/or Experience:
*High School Diploma and 7+ years working experience, 4-year degree or 8 years of military preferred.
*Expert knowledge in SIG product offerings and their application.
*Self-starter able to initiate action without supervision.
*Provide strategic level product decision support to influence contract obligations and product placement.
*Lead sales and engineering teams globally to provide customer support and product knowledge.
*Knowledgeable of competitor's offerings.
*Excellent customer service skills/orientation.
*Must be flexible, a team player, and possess the ability to multi-task and re-focus as needed.
*Excellent organizational skills.
*Extensive firearms experience.
*Ability to demonstrate advanced shooting skills on demand in front of an audience.
*Experience with Oracle is a plus.
*At least 10+ years of experience in hands on weapon experience, usage, product training and/or design, demonstration, direct or indirect.
*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.

Working Conditions:
*Able to lift to up to 50 pounds.
*Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.
*Must be able to travel internationally when required.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.