Regional Sales Manager - Waste Water

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Why join GEA

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Four-year college degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience.

Must have a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience and knowledge of the Municipal Water and Wastewater Market, including separation applications and/or capital equipment sales.

Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

Coordinate and drive territory equipment sales activities in the Municipal Water & Wastewater Market.

Support the implementation of local equipment and service sales strategies.

Identify and resolve complex issues associated with equipment start-ups.

Achieve sales growth and meet order and margin intake targets.

Conduct field trials and product demonstrations at customer sites.

Position product offerings to maximize success against local competitive landscape.

Facilitate key account management and ensure customers are informed of all company products and services available.

Develop accurate quotations and understand customer requirements.

Assist in defining pricing and analyzing margin contributions.

Collaborate with internal teams to support product development projects within the territory.

Ensure a 'One face to the Client' culture is maintained across interactions.

Monitor market trends and adjust strategies as needed.

Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in the Municipal Water and Wastewater Market, including separation applications and/or capital equipment sales.

Strong knowledge of the customer base and product competitive landscape.

Experience steering a sales organization within a product/sales matrix.

Proficiency in sales process management, organizational methods, and CRM tools.

Deep understanding of business on a local scale with developed focus on customer needs and fulfilment of customer expectations

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with proven ability to close deals and build relationships.

Ability to travel frequently (50-70%) throughout the territory to build customer relationships.

University Degree in Engineering/Business Administration or equivalent industry experience.

Strong customer orientation with the ability to engage at multiple levels.

Open-minded, solution-oriented, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal

Must have a demonstrated ability to provide timely feedback to both internal and external customers

Must be self-motivated

Must possess good interpersonal skills and work well in a team setting as well as independently