Website Weir Minerals
Founded in 1871, Weir engineers solutions that improve safety, efficiency and sustainability – helping to provide the essential resources needed by a growing world. We work in partnership with customers to solve their biggest operational challenges safely, efficiently and sustainably.
Purpose of Role:
The Product Specialist will be responsible for technical proposals and client interaction, so far as required as to translate into the sale of valves and system products.
Deep knowledge of the industry, its clients and the timing of projects will be required. The successful individual will be comfortable going to the site and supporting on a regional level as well.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
Safety First:
Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
Technical Support and Troubleshooting
Provide technical support for the product, internally and externally
Site visits and troubleshooting
Support the wider Weir community with technical support
Strategic Planning and Market Development
Implement product strategic plan
Gather market intelligence
Identify and develop new markets
Key input into product plans and strategic plans in order to achieve budget
Budgets, sales and marketing forecasts
Customer and Industry Engagement
Technical product presentations to customers and industry associations
Develop key relationships with customers (end users and design houses)
Assist with tenders and quotations, including selection and pricing
Compile trial proposal documents for identified trial sites, as well as assist sales network in submission, justification and follow through
Commissioning assistance to branch networks
Product Development, Compliance, and Mentorship
Assist with the development of new products to complement and improve the current product line
Develop concept designs for clients’ requirements
Adhere to HSE and Housekeeping requirements at the branch and customer sites
Adhere to Duty of Care Policy at all times
Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree preferable – Chemical / Metallurgical / Mechanical
Computer Literate – Advanced MS Office Suite, ERP Software , In-house selection software
Member of a professional organization
Valid driver’s license
6 years of experience in a mining/manufacturing environment
Thorough knowledge of the valve ranges
Equipment selection, customer-facing and industry-related experience
Minimum Skills/Abilities:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Synthesize complex or diverse information
Professional communication on all levels
Able to analyze and interpret technical drawings and journals
Presentation skills
Able to work under pressure
Demonstrates strong technical understanding
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Manages difficult customers and responds promptly to customer needs
Responds to requests for service and assistance
Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement
Deadline driven
Sound understanding of cost implications
Drive and passion to take the business to the next level and be willing to take on challenges
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