Product Specialist

WHO WE ARE: Rogers Corporation (NYSE ROG), with annual sales of over $350 million, is a world leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of high-performance specialty polymer and electronic materials for targeted applications. Rogers’ materials can be found in cell phone handsets and base stations, computers and printers, automobiles, footwear, and a wide variety of military applications. We reach our goals collectively by sharing ideas and information in an environment that celebrates achievement, innovation and participation at all levels. We provide excellent opportunities for those seeking to grow with a global, results-oriented company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Supports Roger’s sales staff: Develops and implements sales tools (sales manual, application stories, data sheets, product-sampling etc.). Participates in sales training. Prepares target account lists and makes joint customer visits with sales engineers as warranted. Provides technical support to customer service, field sales group, distributors, and customers.
Product Promotion: Participates in trade show preparation and attends trade shows and analyzes results.
New Product Development: Assists in new product design, product extensions, market development and market introduction through participation on Rogers CPD teams.
Competitive Intelligence: Develops and maintains competitor files and maintains competitive position analysis document. Routinely conducts research on primary competitors to understand their product offering and marketing strategy.
Conducts market research. Activities include the development and administration of written and oral surveys, directing and conducting literature and Internet searches, and identifying and communicating with industry experts. Frequent phone contact with customers. Development of strong working relationship with Rogers library staff and other similar resources.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
BS Engineering /Science or BS Business/Marketing plus one to three years professional level engineering/ engineering or technical sales/marketing support experience. Demonstrated proficiency in intermediate use of Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Self-starter that can work with minimal support and direction. Ability to work from verbal instructions. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on more than one assignment at a time. Effective written and oral communication skills. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Travel Required - 20%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS Engineering /Science or BS Business/Marketing plus three to five three years professional level engineering/ engineering or technical sales/marketing support experience. Advanced level of experience with Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Previous sales or marketing experience. Experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.

In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer:
Comprehensive health plans that include medical, dental, and vision.
401(k) with company match.
Defined Pension Plan – Vested after completing 5 years of service.
Global stock ownership plan.
Life Insurance – 3x base for salaried employees at no cost.
Strong work/family and employee assistance programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Excellent training/development opportunities.


An equal opportunity employer.