Requires:
To visit existing customer portfolio on agreed frequency basis and make timely decisions on technical matters for all Customers. To visit potential customers and prepare commercial proposals To lead projects for new products / product changes. Liaise and work with laboratory on product developments / customer projects. Provide information to US & European and Central Eastern Europe Sales & Technical Service teams on any issues. Inform Manager of customer problems in a timely manner and provide a weekly update. Perform Knowledge College (Liquid Powder) training for CEE and Europe Advance PPGs commercial presence in defined region through the development liquid and powder coatings business Support profitable growth by training supporting & motivating the Service Organization. Develop customer satisfaction with service response and problem-solving activities. Direct involvement with projects supplying advise and expertise for plant and equipment design. Maintain competitive intelligence to support Sales & Marketing. Advance PPGs market position through the development of regional technical service specialists to support and provide immediate response to emergencies. Maintain PPGs image as a good corporate citizen with suppliers peers and subordinates by ensuring compliance with all PPG policies. Promote and enforce safe working practices through formal annual Environmental Health and Safety training programs. Ensure that a formal communications network exists between all parties Equipment Supplier Labs and PPG Customers. Liaise with other PPG team improve and standardize documentation process of crucial information: Secure Launch line surveys trip reports pre-test/ trial reports etc. Coordinate the introduction of new technologies/formulations from selection through commercialization and understanding of application techniques and processes. Understand complaint management procedure - provide support in the resolution of complaints and issues and suggest solutions. Manage complexity; develop business relationships with customers and manage ridged timelines. Maintain contacts with Equipment Suppliers and keep updated of new developments. English Romanian speaking good communication skills at all levels within PPG and the Customer base. Liaise with sales laboratories manufacturing and prospective customers in terms of products offers specifications and environmental regulations. Ensure a culture of safety in all levels of service delivery. Contribute to increase PPG market share by valuing the technical advantages of PPG products and services. Experience in coating industry with good technical knowledge.
Requirements:
Knowledge of Liquid Powder E-cot paint technologies from manufacture to application.
Knowledge of Liquid Powder E-coat Products & Processes.
Knowledge of Industry & marketplace.
Knowledge of PPG systems terminology & policy
Project management of new business development
English Romania speaking
Spoken Bulgaria and/or German language is an advantage
Willingness to drive and travel long distances and hours
The position requires at least 5 10 years of combined experience in a technical related field.
Demonstrated business experience in the surface coating industry.
The ability to manage motivate develop and promote teamwork is essential.
Good project management skills.
Good communication skills are required for liaison with customer and PPG personnel at all levels.
A good understanding of PPG s Policies and Procedures would be a valuable attribute.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training qualifications and education licensure and certifications and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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