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Kyocera International, Inc. Manager, Manufacturing-Sales Liaison in Vancouver, Washington
Description EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing-Sales Liaison Manager at our Vancouver, WA facility! Kyocera International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art, high-technology products which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, industrial and semiconductor. We have an excellent benefit package, check out these PERKS! 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!) 10 Paid Holidays per year 401(k) 401(k) company match Pension Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program Flexible schedules Tuition reimbursement On-site workout room With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smart phones to space shuttles! We have a long tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a strong company mission, and an excellent benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an Employer paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Many of our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms and even employee gardens. Kyocera International, Inc. also has a wonderful and robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/ PAY RANGE = $76,058.97/yr. to $110,130.56/yr. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Manufacturing - Sales Liaison Manager is vital in bridging the gap between the manufacturing plant and the sales teams, ensuring efficient and timely communication between sales/customer needs and the manufacturing site. The goal is to increase sales and customer satisfaction. This position involves acting as the primary point of contact for sales inquiries related to manufacturing, supporting the sales team with accurate and timely information, and representing the manufacturing plant in all interactions with sales teams and customers. The Manufacturing - Sales Liaison Manager will also manage customer communication for production deliveries, communicate manufacturing needs to sales/customers, manage Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and maintain high-level organization and administrative support, while traveling up to 20% to support sales activities. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Sales, etc.) 3 years of operations, accounting, management, or procurement experience is required. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus. 1-year prior experience in a supervisory role. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, is preferred. Ability to pass background check and drug screen Eligible to work in an ITAR environment ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Sales Contact for Manufacturing Plant: o Act as the primary point of contact for sales inquiries related to manufacturing. o Provide timely responses to sales questions concerning delivery schedules and reasons for any delays. 2. Support Sales: o Assist the sales team with any needed information or support to satisfy customer requirements. o Prepare and present relevant data to the sales team to facilitate informed decision-making. 3. M