2027 Internship: Sales (Troy, MI)

About the role

Review new or amended contracts to confirm agreement to Kautex quotation (price, effective dates, capacity and terms etc.) in accordance with Kautex and Textron guidelines and procedures.

Assist Sales Management to define business development plans, market intelligence and sales forecasting.

Ensure strong financial control (sales portion) of Projects – i.e. positive cash flow including forecast; early invoicing; financial tracking.

Support development and tracking of project related Performance Improvement Action Plan goals.

Track open issues with customers, including quotes and orders.

Process new or amended prototype and service orders, including ensuring delivery as applicable.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sales, Finance, Accounting, Marketing
• Prior experience working in an automotive environment is a plus
• Ability to effectively manage multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
• A clear understanding of contractual conditions relating to the sales of purchased goods and a commercial understanding of business practices including margin, profit, and basic financial procedures
• Strong sales and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent telephone skills and computer knowledge with proficiency in database management and word processing
• Experienced with Microsoft Office suite
• Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented
• Able to follow procedures & processes
• Good mathematics skills

Benefits

• Drive your own success story through technical and leadership development
• Global team with opportunities for cross-functional experiences
• A competitive compensation and benefits package including:
• Worldwide development opportunities
• Excellent working conditions