Bekaert is a world market and technology leader in steel wire transformation and coating technologies. We pursue to be the preferred supplier for our steel wire products and solutions by continuously delivering superior value to our customers worldwide. Bekaert (Euronext Brussels: BEKB) is a global company with more than 27 000 employees worldwide, headquarters in Belgium and € 5.9 billion in combined revenue in 2021.

To strengthen the current growth, we are looking for a results-driven Regional Sales Engineer (RSE) with strong value-based technical skills and previous experience in the construction and/or concrete markets. The ideal individual will have the proven ability to grow develop markets and seize new opportunities. This function will report directly to the Sales Engineering Manager BPR North America.

Role:

• Participate in growing the Dramix® steel fibers market by increasing technology awareness through design offices and direct influencers (Specifiers, Technical departments, Consultants)
• Participate to increase our technical sales leadership in specific markets such as Industrial flooring, structural applications, and the Ready-mix industry and as well in precast applications.
• Support the Sales team in winning specific projects in the applications above described.
• Present persuasive technical presentations for small and large audiences.
• Provide technical solutions and address questions on the adoptions of solutions including modifications to structural drawings, specifications, and details.
• Report on competitor’s activities, including new products and technologies
• Propose new product innovation to successfully grow business awareness and specifications.

What we offer…

• We offer an opportunity to take up a challenging, entrepreneurial technical sales role in an experienced international team.
• You will work in a professional global organization, which has the customer at the heart of the business.
• We provide professional growth and development opportunities and with the possibility of international career opportunities.
• We give you the opportunity to work remotely from your home office.
• We offer a competitive salary package, a company car and all office equipment needed.

What you bring:

• A passion to understand deeply and analyze thoroughly what the market needs and expects, from the technical sales and business point of view.
• An entrepreneurial and pioneering spirit to establish relations in the world of construction, to create awareness about the possibilities of steel fiber reinforced concrete.
• Familiarity with design of Reinforced Concrete constructions and the related American norms, national standards, and recommendations.
• A desire to expand your professional network and contribute to reach the team targets.
• Strong adaptability skills, based on listening, inquiry, analysis, and proposition.

Skills, competencies, and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in building engineering or structural engineering, PE preferred
• 5+ years of working experience in the construction market or in the design of buildings and structures in general (preferably in the industrial sector).
• Familiarity with industrial building codes and ACI norms
• Willingness and ability to travel 30-40% of your time in the USA
• Self-motivated, self-starter
• Team player as well as being able to work autonomously
• Concise and accurate decision-making abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication Skills
• Ability to explain complex conceptual information in simple terms
• Experience with using Digital Marketing techniques to drive results
• A desire to learn and grow within the organization
• A competitive mindset and a passion to win