Sales Manager

Selection 4.0, a technologically advanced company specializing in the search and selection of Middle and Top Management profiles at national and international level, is looking for a:

Sales Manager Tooling

for a Client company, a leader in the production of special coatings for the tooling industry.

Objective

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Candidate will be responsible for business development in French-speaking Switzerland, German-speaking Switzerland, France and Germany, in accordance with the company’s policy and strategy.

Main Responsibilities

• develop new customers and business opportunities by identifying potential markets and strategic partners;
• carry out up-selling activities on the existing customer portfolio, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and loyalty;
• collaborate with Management to define sales strategies and growth targets;
• plan and manage regular customer visits, promoting customized solutions;
• ensure the achievement of revenue and margin targets defined by the company;
• carry out forecasting and reporting activities for Management;
• collaborate with the Technical Department to create tailor-made proposals for Customers;
• negotiate contractual terms in agreement with the Sales Management;
• collaborate with the design and production teams to ensure that contractual specifications are fulfilled according to the planned timing and methods;
• attend trade fairs and industry events.

Position Requirements

• Degree in STEM disciplines;
• at least 5 years’ experience in sales roles within the tooling or special coatings sector;
• technical expertise in machining and in the use of CNC machine tools (milling and turning);
• customer portfolio;
• knowledge of the target markets, especially Medical and Aerospace, and competitors;
• ability to understand Customer needs and provide consultative support;
• strong commercial drive and results orientation;
• excellent negotiation and planning skills;
• excellent command of English and German and/or French;
• proactivity, energy and self-motivation.

Determination, integrity and professional ethics complete the profile.

Place of work: German-speaking Switzerland or French-speaking Switzerland area (home office)