About CORTEC
At CORTEC, we craft world-class valve products that support oil and gas, as well as petrochemical industries, with a global reach. Our products, designed for pressures of up to 20,000 psi and featuring advanced materials and sealing technologies, are at the heart of critical global energy solutions.
About the Role
We are seeking a technically minded, customer-focused Inside Sales Representative / Project Manager to own the full lifecycle of customer inquiries and awarded orders. This is a pivotal role that combines commercial competency, technical coordination, and project execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Quotation & Sales Support
- Act as the primary point of contact for incoming RFQs from customers and distributors
- Review customer specifications, data sheets, painting/coating requirements, testing/quality requirements, and third-party witness points
- Coordinate technical documentation and bid reviews with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams
- Build accurate, competitive quotations that reflect full compliance and optimal lead times
- Follow up on submitted quotes, obtain feedback and convert opportunities into orders
Project Management (Post-Purchase Order)
- Enter awarded orders into our ERP system communicating customer expectations to our production team
- Drive on-time execution by proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks across departments
- Drive on-budget execution by proactively coordinating with supply chain personnel to find cost efficiencies and resolve any cost escalations since quotation.
- Ensure strict adherence to all technical, quality, and documentation requirements
- Provide regular status updates to customers and manage change orders when needed
- Coordinate FATs, third-party inspections, and documentation submittals
Customer Relationship & Satisfaction
- Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key accounts
- Resolve issues quickly and professionally
- Positively represent the company always instilling confidence
Qualifications & Experience
- 3+ years of inside sales, technical sales support, or project management experience in the valve, oilfield equipment, or related capital equipment industry (API 6A/6D experience is a strong plus)
- Proven ability to read and interpret technical specifications, GA drawings, and material/test requirements
- Basic sales and communication skills along with an ability to effectively and professionally communicate with a diverse global customer base
- Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion on schedule
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project & Teams): experience with manufacturing ERP systems is a plus
- High School Diploma: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required with strong relevant experience
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: CORTEC offers a full benefits package that includes: health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match, profit sharing, 10 company paid holidays, and 3 weeks of paid time off per year.
Schedule: Monday to Friday
- This is a100% onsite position based at our Port Allen facility. Remote or hybrid work is not available.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Candidates should reside within commuting distance or be able to relocate at their own expense.