Sr Technical Sales Specialist - Coherent Corp.

• Provides technical product support and technical leadership within the Coherent sales function. This includes feasibility check and design support on a feasibility level.
• Provides technical details and customer specification to application engineering or product line managers.
• Support internally the creation of product specs per customer requirements for quotation and manufacturing, pre and post-sales support of specialty product designs.
• Coordinate long-term quality improvement projects between customers and Coherent.
• To provide a high level of support and leadership to assigned key accounts
• Serves as the primary interface between Sales and Product Marketing/Management for assigned product lines.
• Give guidance to KAMs/AMs regarding customers with challenging technical requirements
• Lead for internal product training focused on BU/PL
• Support BU/PL with regards to mid-/ long-term market demands and market potential
• Support BU/PL in the budget and 5 year planning process

• 5+ years of technical/technical sales experience in the Laser/Optics industry
• BA/BS degree in Science or Engineering; Equivalent background in Physics, Optics, Lasers Electro-Optics or Photonics

• High-level management and leadership skills
• Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
• Ability to adapt quickly, and work with a wide range of people
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Risk management
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork and motivational skills
• Organizational and multitasking skills

• Remote and on site as needed for customer visits

• None

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.A Sr. Technical Sales Specialist helps drive the overall business strategy and supports sales and pre-sales by architecting customized industry solutions for assigned Business Units (BU)/Product Lines (PL). Provides leadership and oversight of engineering design support from within the Coherent sales function. Support functions primarily include individual contribution for product design support, the development of product specs per customer requirements for quotation and manufacturing, pre and post-sales support of specialty product designs, as well as technical support for all products in the BU/PL. Must be able to provide a high level of support to assigned key accounts by dealing directly with end customers, account management, TSS team members, and other support functions in a professional and timely manner. Serves as the primary interface between Sales and Product Marketing/Management for assigned product lines.