Going beyond the numbers to find the real insight that will be the key to growth
Techman is more than just a sales company; we support manufacturers in all the steps of the value chain. Our projects range from growth strategies and business plan development to R&D topics such as material-cost optimization, as well as ongoing on-site support. We understand business, from sales through manufacturing and quality. We emphasize close working relationships with our principals and customers to ensure that the best technical and most cost-effective solutions are delivered.
- Strong technical skills related to engineering, product, and industry knowledge.
- Long standing and trustworthy industry relationships.
- Understanding of customer account’s products, capabilities, market position, budget, and goals.
- Able to go beyond the numbers to find the real insight that will be the key to growth.
- Proven track record of negotiating and closing large contracts.
- Experience in penetrating engineering departments to promote components to be integrated upstream in the design process.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and work within a technical team environment
- Able to manage a geographically dispersed project.
- Demonstrate opportunities being pursued makes sense in terms of a sales or strategic goal.
By working cross-functionally with OEM purchasing, design and advanced engineering teams, we discover new projects in the early stages of development.
- Market research
- Competitor assessments
- Acquisition growth
- Sales forecasting
- Site selection / warehousing
- Benchmarking activities
- Electric vehicle strategy & execution
- Facilitation of NDA approvals
- Prepare / deliver request for quotes
- Technical reviews, APQP and engineering activities
- Plant visits / site assessments with customers
- Support tooling / commercial audits
- Production launch / on-going on-site support
- Technical liaison between plants / customers
- Negotiate terms / commercial discussions
- Information management
- Presentations for internal / external customers
- Business development meetings
- Exhibitions and conferences
- Customer Relationship Management system
- Dedicated SharePoint site
- Website development
We have proven success in the highest level of management and are a trusted partner for our Principal’s key strategic decisions.
The Techman team has extensive experience in planning, participating in and attending industry conferences. Many times, we will be called upon to deliver technical presentations and industry papers to large audiences.
- General Motors, Honda, Toyota NA Tech Days
- Japan Automotive World
- BAIC China Tech Day
- Subaru Japan Technical Day
- Honda Japan Technical Day
- Automotive Lightweight Materials
- International Magnesium Association World Congress
- Lightweighting World Expo
- NADCA Diecasting Congress
- EV Vehicles Battery Tech
- Society of Automotive Engineers events
- National Farm Machinery Show
We can navigate the complex and cyclical nature of your manufacturing industry.