Field Application Advisor

Welcome to the FUCHS Group, the world’s number one independent manufacturer of lubricants and related specialties. As a global company with roots in Germany, we expand the possibilities of whole industries, such as the automotive and aerospace sectors. More than 5,000 employees look closer, dig deeper and think further to create innovations and develop markets. That is what drives and connects us. We encourage our employees to expand their potential and grow together with us. Explore your specialties by joining us as

**FIELD APPLICATION ADVISOR**

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**ABOUT FUCHS**

Fuchs Lubricants Canada Ltd. is the Canadian operating unit of Fuchs Petrolub S.E., the world's largest independent manufacturer of specialty lubricants with global sales of over $2.4 Billion. We provide high quality lubricants and services to a wide range of industries such as automotive, appliance, aerospace manufacturers, pharmaceuticals, transportation, mining, and energy. The organization is constantly developing new technology to meet the ever-changing demands of modern industry and we are recognized for providing world-class technical support to our strong customer base.

**WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT**

Specific responsibilities will include:

- Evaluate new products for suitable performance during field trials.
- Respond to technical service issues from existing customers utilizing existing products.
- Write field reports that are clear and concise.
- Interface directly with customers to better understand their needs and demonstrate the company's commitment to ongoing product development.
- Identify market-driven needs for new product development.
- Collaborate with the sales & product management team to create an environment for win-win partnership agreements to foster long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with target accounts.
- Build productive relationships across the organization and contribute as needed to strategy development and project execution.
- Delivering knowledge of the competitive landscape
- Providing input for new product development projects with Product Managers and R&D
- Interfacing directly with customers to better understand their needs and to gain product approvals
- Contributing content for new product launch and product marketing activities
- Building productive relationships across the organization and contribute as needed for strategy development and project execution.
- Supporting strategic business development efforts related to sales campaigns
- Acting as a technical advisor and liaison to the lab

Travel
- 80%-90% travel, mainly within Western Canada

**WHAT WE EXPECT**
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products
- Certified Lubrication Specialist - STLE
- At least three years of experience in the commercial and industrial segments, demonstrating success in roles such as field service, technical sales, or management of lubricants within customer sites.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities, make decisions with good judgment, think strategically to identify opportunities, and lead initiatives within a self-directed project team.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in French and English.

**WHAT WE OFFER**

Fuchs Lubricants Canada Ltd. offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. The benefits package offered to full-time employees includes: medical, dental, vision, vacation, RRSP, life insurance, LTD, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Fuchs Lubricants Canada. is an equal employment opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (M/F/d/v).

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