Technical Sales Manager - remote (m/f/d)

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

At PPG (NYSE: PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the colors, coatings and special materials that our customers have trusted for almost 140 years. With commitment and creativity we solve the biggest challenges of our customers and find the right way in close cooperation. The company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, is innovative in more than 70 countries and generated net sales of $17.7 billion in 2022. We support customers in the construction, industry and transport industry as well as in the consumer goods, repair and spare parts market. For more information, visit www.ppg.com

We are looking for a Technical Sales Manager (m/w/d) to support our GI (General Industrial Coatings).

This place is remote and requires business trips within Germany.

Your tasks:

Implementation of profitable growth in existing and new customer groups Responsibility for the account management of renowned customers and continuous expansion of the customer base Expansion of market shares, acquisition of new projects and coordination of all related tasks up to the introduction of products Excellent networking at all levels (both digital and presence) Implementation of the sales strategy and control of the resulting activities Creation of market transparency through detailed market analysis Target-oriented work and consistent focus on growth Effective relationship management to external and internal contacts Assessment of current and new business requirements, development of measures to meet the needs Optional technical support of selected customers

You have been working successfully in a similarly challenging position for several years, ideally in the Industrial Coatings Segment You have proven to have experience and success in the acquisition of new customers Your enthusiasm for technical sales and your excellent negotiation skills convince you at all customer levels You see yourself as a driver and maker with high business sense and ability to convince You have completed, ideally commercial or technical studies or similar training with appropriate qualifications and have a strong technical background You are resistant and do not give up so quickly You will enjoy an international working environment English and German speak in a safe manner You bring a high travel readiness with (>50-70%)

A varied and responsible task area A motivated and collegial team 30 days holiday a year Attractive remuneration and a performance-oriented working environment Training and space for personal development