Primary Purpose:

The International Sales Support Specialist will work under minimal supervision to support the Sales team within the International business unit. This role involves coordinating cross-functional activities across various departments to advance the sales process from initial inquiry to contract finalization and project completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver professional sales quotations, proposals, and tender submissions to potential clients in the international market, and follow up on these documents as necessary.
• Craft correspondence and memoranda that support the company's business initiatives in international markets, addressing diverse audiences such as country agents, clients, public officials, and U.S. Embassy staff overseas.
• Identify new sales leads and gather intelligence on customers and competitors.
• Coordinate with Business Development, Engineering, Finance, and Logistics teams to ensure timely organization and delivery of all project-related elements from bid preparation to project execution.
• Generate and present reports on business development and marketing activities, including the use of CRM tools like Salesforce, to leadership.
• Lead major international bid proposal projects.
• Conduct research to pinpoint promising export markets and monitor competitor activities.
• Analyze political, financial, and technological trends in the international market to leverage opportunities and mitigate competitive threats.
• Comply with company policies and legal requirements, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Travel to other company locations or customer sites as needed.
• Undertake additional tasks as required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Complete fluency in Spanish.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Experience with CRM software, preferably Salesforce.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a strong focus on detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Superior planning and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple deadlines under pressure.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (with a focus on Marketing, Accounting, or Finance) or Engineering.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.