Customer Service Representative at Howmet Aerospace in Torrance, California

Job Description:

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.comBasic Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree from an accredited university


• Minimum 5 years experience with customer service/sales preferably in a manufacturing environment


• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook


• 50 Words per Minute


• Must be able to read, write and understand English


• Strong problem solving & organizational skills


• Able to understand blueprints and technical data


• Be familiar with international accounts and export regulations


• Be familiar with distributor accounts and specifics regarding distributor agreements and procedures


• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• Be familiar with OEM/Engine accounts and specifics regarding the product and procedures


• Extensive experience with MRP and ERP systems preferred


• Familiarity with HFS systems (COP, CPQ, CRM, GCS) preferred

• Undergraduate Degree from an accredited university


• Minimum 5 years experience with customer service/sales preferably in a manufacturing environment


• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook


• 50+ Words per Minute


• Must be able to read, write and understand English


• Strong problem solving & organizational skills


• Able to understand blueprints and technical data


• Be familiar with international accounts and export regulations


• Be familiar with distributor accounts and specifics regarding distributor agreements and procedures


• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• Be familiar with OEM/Engine accounts and specifics regarding the product and procedures


• Extensive experience with MRP and ERP systems preferred


• Familiarity with HFS systems (COP, CPQ, CRM, GCS) preferred

• Requires daily interaction with customers, which includes preparing quotes, performing data entry and following-up on customer's orders. Handle customer complaints in a professional and timely manner to ensure resolution and customer satisfaction


• Train other CSR's on daily activities, including but not limited to RFQs and proper formatting


• Process strategic quotes for RFQs and work directly with Product Managers, Buyers, Account Managers, etc.


• Acts as liaison between customers and internal departments. Interface with various AFSR departments, i.e., Shipping, Planning, Engineering, and Quality.


• Able to process/prepare and coordinate large spreadsheets/LTA's, as required, for the Customer Support team


• Prepares quotes for the customers, which include pricing and delivery. If pricing is not available, coordinate with the necessary department to obtain pricing. Work with factory if delivery does not meet the needs of the customer


• Accept orders from the customer. Book orders to the applicable location. Coordinate adding the item master for part numbers as required. Work with change notices from the customer, which may include cancellations, reschedules and quantity changes. Make appropriate changes to the sales order. Address customers needs on late deliveries or expedited parts as required


• Perform proper Contract Review and follow all Sales Procedures as required


• Maintain organized sales files. Sales file must contain purchase order, sales order, changes, notices from the customer and any correspondence with customer or factory


• Handle initial rejected parts or paperwork from the customer, coordinate with the Quality Department and issue an RMA when necessary


• Work with Alcoa Credit on past dues invoices or short pays. Perform necessary research to resolve the problem. Initiate credit/debit memos as required


• Obtain knowledge of Alcoa Fastening System products, which include conversions, substitutions, and knowledge of competitor's products


• On occasion, visit assigned customers with coordination of Account Manager and Team Leader


• Must understand customer's terms and conditions and long-term agreements. Possess an understanding of contract language


• Train co-workers and mentor less senior employees


• As required, in the absence of other department team members work to support their customers in a backup roll


• Able to work with minimum supervision.


• Handle a fast-paced work environment and be able to deal with stressful situations


• Must be well organized and have good time management skills

• Requires daily interaction with customers, which includes preparing quotes, performing data entry and following-up on customer's orders. Handle customer complaints in a professional and timely manner to ensure resolution and customer satisfaction


• Train other CSR's on daily activities, including but not limited to RFQs and proper formatting


• Process strategic quotes for RFQs and work directly with Product Managers, Buyers, Account Managers, etc.


• Acts as liaison between customers and internal departments. Interface with various AFSR departments, i.e., Shipping, Planning, Engineering, and Quality.


• Able to process/prepare and coordinate large spreadsheets/LTA's, as required, for the Customer Support team


• Prepares quotes for the customers, which include pricing and delivery. If pricing is not available, coordinate with the necessary department to obtain pricing. Work with factory if delivery does not meet the needs of the customer


• Accept orders from the customer. Book orders to the applicable location. Coordinate adding the item master for part numbers as required. Work with change notices from the customer, which may include cancellations, reschedules and quantity changes. Make appropriate changes to the sales order. Address customers needs on late deliveries or expedited parts as required


• Perform proper Contract Review and follow all Sales Procedures as required


• Maintain organized sales files. Sales file must contain purchase order, sales order, changes, notices from the customer and any correspondence with customer or factory


• Handle initial rejected parts or paperwork from the customer, coordinate with the Quality Department and issue an RMA when necessary


• Work with Alcoa Credit on past dues invoices or short pays. Perform necessary research to resolve the problem. Initiate credit/debit memos as required


• Obtain knowledge of Alcoa Fastening System products, which include conversions, substitutions, and knowledge of competitor's products


• On occasion, visit assigned customers with coordination of Account Manager and Team Leader


• Must understand customer's terms and conditions and long-term agreements. Possess an understanding of contract language


• Train co-workers and mentor less senior employees


• As required, in the absence of other department team members work to support their customers in a backup roll


• Able to work with minimum supervision.


• Handle a fast-paced work environment and be able to deal with stressful situations


• Must be well organized and have good time management skills