Applications Manager Jobs in Illinois

Who we are. What we do.

We are Bystronic – a global technology company passionate about creating an impact for a sustainable future with sheet metal and beyond.

We want to work with people who support us in creating innovative solutions to move our industry forward. Our focus is on automating the complete material and data flow of the laser cutting and bending process chain.

In a nutshell:

The Applications Manager is responsible for overseeing all demonstration activities, feasibility studies and time studies. The manager will be responsible for ensuring working status of the machines in the showroom and the continuous progress and improvement of the application team.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for reviewing and ensuring accuracy of time studies and feasibility studies completed by internal department staff members
• Accountable for managing and overseeing the coordination and scheduling of demo activities for internal and external customers
• Accountable for managing and overseeing the preparation and execution of demonstration of any product of the Bystronic portfolio
• Maintain all demonstration equipment and showroom in top of the line condition
• Accountable for training and coaching the appications team to provide best in class demonstrations
• Assist when needed in all demonstration activities
• Support and cooperate other departments with new products market launches, customer support, machine runoff, and any highly technical activity
• Participate in product sales training for new employees
• Create and organize training updates for the technical team and sales team on functionality and value of new software, features or machines
• Manage aspects of trade show booth presentations and demonstrations

Key tasks and Responsibilities:

• Manage the customer demonstration schedule and efficiently communicate with external and internal customers to best coordinate the activities
• Develop the technical knowledge and skills of the team
• Provide reports on the department’s performance, revenue and cost
• Maintain and guarantee a good working status of the machines used during customers demonstrations
• Design and manage comprehensive feasibility reports to facilitate customers’ understanding of the technology and added value of Bystronic equipment
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to optimize promotional and sales strategies, ensuring alignment with overall business goals?

Key Skillset:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Proficient in designing and executing effective training programs to enhance skillsets and improve performance?
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to understand customer behaviors, new requirements and technology improvements, and translate insights into actionable strategies?
• Exceptional communication skills for interacting effectively with teams and stakeholders

Your education & experience:

• Higher education and 5+ years of work related experience.

What’s in it for you:

• PTO
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD LTD)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with 100% match up to 5%

People power our purpose:

Imagine working in an environment that helps move the company to the next level, where your passion, values, and skills are integral to impacting the sheet metal industry and beyond. At Bystronic, this can become your reality. Our people are the edge to drive and nurture our ambitions and continued success. Together we have created a culture where our people are central, inspiring us to make decisions that best serve them and are aligned with our purpose.

As much as we are in a technology business, human beings drive real change.

Interested?

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