Sales Administrator

Posted 2 Days Ago
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Simi Valley, CA, USA
Hybrid
51K-90K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Other • Transportation
The Role
Processes customer inquiries and orders, provides pricing and delivery information, prepares and follows up on quotes, negotiates within pricing guidelines, manages contracts and customer accounts, develops new business, and coordinates with sales, manufacturing, and credit teams. Builds customer relationships while handling pricing, lead-time, credit, collections, and account-support activities.
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Responsibilities
  • Receives customer inquiries, processes customer orders and provides price and delivery information. 

  • Analyze market data, sales, and quote history to provide quotes to customers.

  • Negotiates prices with customers, within Howmet Fastening Systems pricing guidelines.

  • Administers and reviews customer contract details such as pricing, delivery, terms and conditions.

  • Develop new accounts and/or reactivate dormant accounts.

  • Coordinate with Outside Sales Team on strategic customer accounts.
  • Work with Howmet Factories on best pricing and lead-times required to win orders and business from customers.
  • Develop & maintain strong relationships with customers.

  • Work with Howmet Credit to set up customer credit limits and assist in collections as required. 

  • Follows up on all customer quotes.

  • Team player - Works effectively in a team environment.

  • Operate in a fast-paced work environment and able to handle pressure and challenges from internal and external customers.

  • Handles low to medium volume customer accounts.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma 

  • 5 years minimum related experience.

     

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 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.
  • Must have excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills. 

  • Must be able to prioritize and complete multiple and diverse work assignments with minimal direction and supervision.

  • Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Excel, Access, Word.

  • Must possess strong problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Manage multiple projects at a time. 

  • Must be well organized with attention to detail.

  • Have strong follow up and time management skills.

  • Solid analytical and reasoning abilities as well as strong numerical skills.

 

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $51K to $90K. 

About Us

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location. 

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include: 

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options 
  • Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution 
  • Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs 
  • Life insurance and disability coverage plans 
  • Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance 
  • Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Our Story:

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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:  [email protected]

Skills Required

  • High school diploma
  • At least 5 years of related experience
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills
  • Ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, and Word
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong organization and attention to detail
  • Strong follow-up and time-management skills
  • Solid analytical, reasoning, and numerical skills

Howmet Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Howmet Aerospace and has not been reviewed or approved by Howmet Aerospace.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement contributions include an automatic employer contribution plus a strong dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match for eligible U.S. salaried employees, enhancing total compensation. Feedback highlights retirement benefits as a relative strength compared with many large manufacturers.
  • Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, and feedback suggests the health plans are viewed positively. Health coverage is frequently characterized as solid and reliable.
  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered decent or competitive in many roles and locations, with hourly positions often able to lift earnings through overtime. Feedback indicates salary ranges for common technical roles align with broader aerospace manufacturing markets.

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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.

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