Product Specialist

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La Porte, TX
Senior level
Logistics • Energy
The Role
The Product Specialist at MRC Global will support and develop valve sales for upstream and midstream customers, create growth plans, maintain customer relationships, and represent the company in market meetings. This role requires technical knowledge of valves and automation, with strong capabilities in Microsoft Office.
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MRC Global serves the oil and gas industry across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors as well as the chemical and gas distribution market sectors worldwide.

Overview:

Collaborate with Service Centers, regional teams, and executive sponsors to strategize and implement the growth of Stainless and Alloy PFF sales. Focus on expanding sales with EPC and fabrication accounts, incorporating plans for sales and gross margin enhancements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

The Product Specialist’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Develop stainless steel and alloy pipe, fitting, & flange pricing for project and competitive bids.

  • Develop and maintain spreadsheets for customer bids which include cost and gross margin.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors as well as our customers via site visit, phone, and/or email.

  • Support MRO Operations, Branch Sales, and Project Sales in both the competitive space as well as contract fulfillment.

  • Become well-versed on Stainless Steel and Alloy PFF and assist in training of local sales teams within organization

  • Carry out other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job.

  • Take reasonable care for the safety and health of yourself and others, report workplace hazards, injuries, or illness immediately.

Required Experience:

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and additional post-secondary training or education.

  • 5+ years’ experience in either Inside Sales or Project Management

  • Basic knowledge of Pipe, Fittings, and Flanges

Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong PC skills with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and Outlook

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally 

  • Strong attention to detail and good decision-making skills and the willingness to exercise them. 

  • Self-motivated, strong organizational and time management skills. 

  • Ability to learn MRC Global business processes and MRC Global specific software.

  • Valid Driver’s License with the ability to meet the MRC Global vehicle policy.

  • Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status.

  • Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate with others, understand and interpret safety instructions, and to respond to inquiries.

  • Ability to understand and comply with MRC Global guidelines and expectations, to include Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest guidelines.

Working Conditions:

  • Most tasks are conducted at a desk or in front of a computer. 

  • Able to sit/stand for long periods of time.

  • Requires a commitment to in-office presence, with occasional travel to branches, customers, and vendors.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Valve Sales
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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
2,988 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1921

What We Do

MRC Global operates as a distributor of pipe, valves, and fitting products and services for the energy industry.

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