Sales Manager- Filling & Packaging SEA

Description

Responsible for driving business growth in the SEA market by developing new opportunities and strengthening customer relationships in the filling and packaging sector. The role involves managing complex sales cycles, leading strategic negotiations, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver competitive and compliant solutions.

About GEA

• 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.

Your profile and qualifications

• Education & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Process, or Industrial Engineering.

• Experience in aseptic technology or technical sales.

• Skills & Requirements

• Technical Skills

• Strong technical understanding of aseptic processing.

• Experience in engineering or process technology.

• Commercial Skills

• Experience in cost calculation and quotation work.

• Personal Competencies

• Customer orientation, communication skills, structured working style.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the SEA market

• Build and expand the customer portfolio in the beverage filling and packaging sector

• Contribute to the development and execution of regional commercial strategies

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers

• Engage strategic clients and key accounts to drive long-term partnerships

• Manage the full sales cycle from opportunity identification to contract closure

• Lead complex negotiations involving high-value investments

• Achieve sales targets and contribute to revenue growth

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (technical, legal, finance, operations) to develop competitive proposals

• Coordinate internal and external teams to ensure successful project execution

• Ensure adherence to company policies including compliance, data protection, and sustainability standards

• Support strategic planning and business development initiatives

• Drive continuous improvement in sales processes and market approach

• Operate effectively in a multinational, matrix organization