DESCRIPTION

This position is a focal point for all commercial account activities reporting to the senior Account Manager. In coordination with manufacturing operations, this role will cover all Howmet Engines capabilities, but with a particular focus on structural casting product. Position will preferably be based out of Cincinnati, OH.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop strong, trusting and collaborative relationships with key customer contacts

• Understand the customer's organization, products and markets including related priorities, issues and opportunities to best position Howmet to serve customer needs

• Identify and prioritize customer business growth opportunities, leveraging key Howmet products and technical capabilities

• Manage, support and coordinate customer and internal processes, including but not limited to:

  • RFQ coordination with Howmet sites including

    • Alignment of Howmet capabilities with specific customer needs

    • Business review preparation/oversight including financial analysis, internal presentation, quote preparation, submittal and customer follow up

  • Open items tracking/resolution with Howmet sites to satisfy customer requirements and provide effective dispute mediation

  • Customer scorecard analysis including quality and delivery performance correlation and communication

  • Oversee concurrent engineering, joint customer cost reduction activity coordination

  • Customer contract/terms and conditions maintenance and development including price and portfolio management, alloy elemental management activities, economic indices tracking and other key business items

  • Strong, collaborative approach supporting the annual Budget/Long Range Plan process with our sites and the customer

  • Customer meeting coordination and related preparation assistance with Howmet sites

  • Customer on time pay performance monitoring with assistance provided as required in coordination with Howmet sites and Credit organization

QUALIFICATIONS BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Degree from an accredited institution, preferably in a business and/or technical field
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a related manufacturing environment
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Aerospace structural castings market knowledge or experience
• Experience with investment castings, coatings or in the machining of metal components
• Proven customer relationship abilities
• Exceptional written/oral communication, negotiation, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and interact with all organization levels
• Understanding of basic terms and conditions documents and commercial agreements
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related computer skills
• Position preferred location is Cincinnati, OH

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, our differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.

We nurture an inclusive, respectful and values-based company culture, where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves. When they speak, we listen. When they act, we support. When they achieve, we recognize.