Sales Engineer

QUALIFICATION PROFILE

Over the last ** years I have proven my ability to build strong

relationships which directly resulted in increased sales and customer

satisfaction.

. Key Strengths: Excel at cultivating strong relationships with

customers and intercompany staff. Excellent interpersonal

communication skills. Proven leadership abilities. Able to handle

multiple projects and product lines. Highly organized, driven,

conscientious and disciplined.

. Technical Skills: Strong technical knowledge and experience.

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project,

Outlook), Lotus Notes and various CRM systems. Adept at learning new

computer programs.

"One of Brant's major attributes is his outstanding customer relationships.

Of all of our sales people, Brant's customers were the most loyal to him,

and that's saying a lot as we are known for our customer relationships. His

customers were great sponsors for us when they were in their internal

meetings making sourcing decisions."

Jeff Lane - Former Vice President of Sales, Current Board Member, MPC Inc.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Scherer & Trier USA, Saline, MI October 2009 -

Present

Senior Account Manager - Automotive Exterior and Interior Trim

. Responsible for all commercial activity at Chrysler, BMW, Mercedes and

JCI.

. Manage all existing business commercial issues at Ford.

. Developed an efficient, comprehensive procedure for new part launches.

. Designed a new PowerPoint master from which all company presentations

are based.

. Created a detailed budget forecasting and tracking tool used for all

programs.

Miniature Precision Components (MPC), Southfield, MI June 1997 - March

2009

Account Manager - Automotive

. Integral part of the MPC team responsible for 300% department growth

since 1997 with sales of $35 million. .

. Managed all of my programs with zero open commercial issues.

. Responsible for promoting and marketing 8 product lines.

. Made technical product demonstrations to generate interest in new

lines.

. Responsible for team budgeting and forecasts.

. Identified growth areas and forged opportunities within these segments

to create over $11 million in new business. .

. Negotiated pricing on both new programs and engineering changes to

ensure profitability.

. Successfully negotiated material price increases.

. In charge of leading both internal and external cross functional AQP

teams for every program secured, from P.O. issue to PPAP.

. Offered continuous support to the customer, often involving 18 hour

days at the plant to close issues.

Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 1990 - 1997

Systems/Product Design Engineer, Large 6/V8 Engine Design

. Responsible for engineering issues for the 4.9L Engine.

. Responsible for coordination and compliance of emission testing for 11

separate calibrations.

. Designed a heat shield for the 1997 5.0L Explorer spark plug boot that

alleviated a Job#1 production stop.

. Launched the 1996 4.9L Engine with no major issues, meeting all

program dates.

. Supported Powertrain Development activity on multiple development

trips.

. Designed and released all vacuum harnesses for the 4.9L engine.

. Responsible for department quality certification that supported three

engine plants.

. Designed a new accelerator bracket for the 4.9L engine which

alleviated an NVH issue.

. Participated in customer clinics to obtain customer feedback on

powertrain performance.

Chrysler Corporation (CIG, Inc.), Highland Park, MI 1988 - 1990

Product Development Engineer

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Lawrence Technological University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 1988

Dale Carnegie

Effective Communications and Human Relations, 1993

AFFILIATIONS

Sigma Phi Epsilon

Brotherhood Development Initiative

. A program to help undergraduates with resume preparation and

interviewing techniques.

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