Are you looking for a long-term perspective in a successfully growing, profitable company? Then you've come to the right place.
CARBOLITE GERO makes a significant contribution to technological progress: we are a leading international manufacturer of innovative and reliable high-temperature furnaces and ovens, essential for production, research facilities, and quality and analytical laboratories. As part of Verder Scientific, we belong to the German-Dutch technology group Verder, with over 2000 employees worldwide. We believe our journey is far from over. We're seeking innovators and critical thinkers eager to challenge the status quo, contribute new ideas, and take responsibility. If you're passionate about your work and want to make a tangible impact, we want you on our team.
Technical Export Sales Manager
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications + excellent benefits package
VERDER GROUP (CARBOLITE GERO LTD) is looking to appoint a Technical Export Sales Manager. Reporting to the Sales Director, this role requires a blend of technical expertise and sales acumen to effectively communicate our products' benefits to our international clients.
Primary responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive growth and expand our market reach.
- Provide technical support to our international market units and end customers.
- Conduct tests and feasibility studies in our demo centre.
- Prepare quotations and calculations.
- Serve as the main contact for worldwide sales partners.
- Manage export territories to meet sales targets and budgets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, intercompany offices, and channel partners.
- Coordinate and lead customer seminars, technical meetings, and onsite training sessions.
- Plan and manage exhibitions and promotional events to increase brand visibility.
- Provide technical support and guidance to customers as needed.
- Collaborate with internal departments on product development and identify new product opportunities.
Key skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- Strong organizational skills with effective planning and prioritization.
- Commercially savvy with excellent analytical skills.
- Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably with technical products.
- Experience in managing and motivating distributor networks.
- Highly motivated with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail with strong presentation and IT skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally (about 1 week per month).
- Experience with laboratory equipment or in a scientific environment (desirable).
- Full driving license (essential).
- Flexibility regarding international travel.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Self-driven, motivated, and able to work under pressure.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Relocation package for the ideal candidate.
- Core hours of 37.50 hours per week.
- Performance-based bonus scheme.
- Company-provided laptop, mobile, and home office setup where applicable.
- Generous pension plan with 7.5% employer contributions and death-in-service policy.
- 27 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays.
- Westfield Health Scheme membership and hospital treatment plan.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Development and career advancement opportunities.
- Support for continuous professional development.
- Sports and social events.
- Employee referral award scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Access to employee assistance programs.
- Weekly free on-site lunch and fresh fruit.
We are located next to Hope train station and on a regular bus route from and to Sheffield. If you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and proactive approach, and want to be a key member of this highly productive team in the heart of the Peak District, then please apply.
Interested?
The fastest way to apply is online. We look forward to receiving your application.
Carbolite Gero Ltd
Parsons Lane, Hope, Derbyshire, S33 6RB
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