Sr Industry Specialist - Metals

About the role

NSK is a global manufacturer of ball and roller bearings, linear motion technology, automotive components, and steering systems with both domestic and overseas manufacturing capabilities. The company also offers services such as reconditioning, ball screw repair, product integration, application engineering, and predictive & preventative maintenance. The Sr. Industry Specialist is responsible for identifying specialized industry strategy, potential sales penetration, new industry/product potential, and other segment activities that provide profitable sales growth. This role coordinates sales, industry specialist, field technical, engineering, pricing, and inside‑sales activities for the segment’s industries.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate operational efforts that promote profitable sales growth within specific industries; contact customers directly in support of key projects and participate in industry associations.
• Develop and implement support plans for related activities within industries, including collaboration with other departments in the business unit and corporate functions.
• Support database development and maintenance for specific industries.
• Identify pricing strategies for specific industries and provide direction for pricing and interchange requirements.
• Develop industry‑related promotional materials such as catalogs, brochures, flyers, etc.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and report industry, market, competitor, and customer data and activity.
• Provide leadership for Industry Support Specialists and oversee key projects and team activities.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the forecast and business plan.

Education & Experience

Minimum requirement: a Technical Diploma or Associate’s Degree in a related field and 8–10 years of position‑related experience (preferably over 10 years).

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Generous vacation and holidays
• Life insurance
• Growth opportunities

NSK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.