Head of Sales / Sales Management Metallic Industrial Applications (m/w/d)

Our client is an innovation-driven quality provider with a long tradition from the industrially embossed southeast Ruhr region. The specialization is based on the development and production of technically demanding components which are used worldwide in diverse industries such as electronics, automotive and medical technology. The combination of material competence, customer-specific development and precision makes the company a sought-after partner in niche markets.

The role of the sales management is central to the organization: close coordination with development, production, quality management, work preparation, purchasing and management are an essential part of the task.

The position is part of a strategic succession solution and offers plenty of space for design - both nationally and internationally, with low regular travel activities. The sales focus of your activities lies in the expansion of existing business relationships and the identification and acquisition of new business.

Do you want to take over a responsible task and thus be involved in the further development of a technology-oriented company? Then we look forward to your application under the reference number KTL/127012. Responsibility for national and international support of strategically relevant existing customers Identification and implementation of new projects for existing customers Identification and acquisition of new customers and new (niche) markets Leadership of a well-established team in the sales service (<10 persons) Close cooperation with the technical development departments on the customer side for the joint development of individual product solutions Active feedback of customer needs into the organization to promote innovation and efficiency Representation of management in interdepartmental topics

Studies in mechanical engineering, metallurgy, electrical engineering, chemistry, industrial engineering or BWL with high technical understanding Multiannual B2B sales experience in products requiring declaration, ideally in the field of coating technologies or metallic semi-finished products Ability to understand technical customer requirements and to translate them into solutions with development and production Secure English and pronounced communicative competence in dealing with different stakeholders Reliable, integree personality with natural authority, binding action and the ability to act in everyday life also as an assistant to the management Experience in handling ERP and CRM systems as well as a sovereign digital understanding, e.g. as a stimulus for online marketing or active presence on LinkedIn

Design space in a key position with direct exchange for management Presence role with close contact with internal interfaces, therefore no classic home office job Attractive fixed salary with success-related target agreement Technology leadership in attractive niche markets with long-term job security 30 days holiday additional work-free days in the course of the year (e.g. bridge days) Cars also for private use Above-average contribution to occupational pension provision Convenient location with free parking on the premises Possibility of bike leasing in the context of occupational health management JOBV1_EN