Product Sales Manager (Marination)

Опис

Are you a natural dealmaker with a passion for driving growth? We’re looking for a dynamic Product Sales Manager (PSM) to spearhead sales of GEA’s Marination machinery and related product range. In this pivotal role, you will identify and develop new business opportunities, guide country sales teams, and directly engage with customers to secure high-value projects across your territory. For food processing, GEA offers solutions for the preparation, marination and further processing of meat, poultry, seafood and plant-based products. The portfolio also includes processing lines for pasta, baked goods, snacks, breakfast cereals, confectionery and pet food, as well as equipment for slicing and packaging of food.

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.

Вимоги

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO level or equivalent) in a technical or commercial field

• Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience in machinery manufacturing, ideally within food processing

• Strong technical knowledge and consultative selling expertise

• Proven success in international sales and contract negotiation

• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch; German, French, or Spanish is an advantage

• High commercial acumen, hunter mentality, and strategic thinking.

• Flexibility to travel internationally as needed

• You excel in building trust-based relationships with customers and partners

• Driving initiatives independently with an entrepreneurial spirit

• Challenging position within a large international organisation

• Competitive salary with 8% holiday pay

• 25 days' holiday and 13 ATV days based on full-time employment (CLA)

• Travel allowance

• Contribution towards a gym membership

• A position within a company with many opportunities for advancement

Zakres obowiązków

• Drive sales by converting leads into opportunities, delivering demos, quotes, and tailored solutions, and managing customer relationships to close deals in alignment with R&C teams

• Target key applications and segments with compelling value propositions; provide market insights and competitor analysis to refine GEA’s portfolio

• Develop and execute country-specific sales plans, drive quarterly targets, and collaborate with R&C offices for strategic alignment

• Serve as the central link between customers, R&C offices, and internal teams; ensure smooth project handovers and leverage the Technology Center for trials

• Track market trends and competitors, propose new applications or product enhancements, and represent GEA at industry events

• Evaluate RFQs, assess risks, and prepare competitive SAP SOH quotations while ensuring contract viability and supporting negotiations

• Lead relationships with major global accounts, ensuring seamless service and uncovering opportunities for deeper partnerships

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities, provide feedback to Product Management, and support product innovation