Refractory Sales Engineer (Germany)

Randstad; Lugano; Remote; EUR 70’000 - 90’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the steel and energy sector is seeking a Refractory Sales Engineer to manage and expand their customer base in the steel industry. This position requires a Master's degree in Engineering, fluency in German, and significant technical sales experience. The role involves travel and collaboration with various internal departments while providing technical expertise.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Metallurgy, Material Science, or Industrial Chemistry.
• At least 5 years professional experience in refractory technical sales.
• Fluency in German and B2 level in English.

Aufgaben

• Manage and expand the existing customer base in the steel industry.
• Acquire new customers and analyze market potentials.
• Organize technical and commercial visits to customers.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Team-oriented

Technical knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

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Posted:

16.07.2025

Expiry Date:

30.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description

On behalf of our client, a well-established company operating in the steel and energy sector, we're looking for a Refractory Sales Engineer based in Germany (English and German languages are mandatory).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and expand the existing customer base in the steel industry.
• Acquire new customers, analyze market potentials and developments.
• Advise customers on selecting the right refractory products and solutions.
• Organize technical and commercial visits to customers.
• Understand technical specifications/drawings and customer requirements.
• Supervise refractory installations and follow up on trials.
• Work in a heavy industry environment when required.
• Edit and conduct product presentations.
• Prepare quotations and negotiate deals.
• Manage commercial aspects of the order process.
• Monitor market trends and develop sales strategies.
• Participate in trade fairs and industry events.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Sales Back Office, R&D, Production, and Logistics.
• Report to management in Switzerland.
• Perform any other activities necessary to reach targets.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Metallurgy, Material Science, or Industrial Chemistry.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in refractory technical sales within the steel industry or related fields.
• Knowledge of steel production processes and refractory applications.
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant systems.
• Strategic, entrepreneurial, and goal-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical, motivated, and team-oriented personality.
• Intercultural relationship management skills and high empathy.

Fluent in German; English at least B2 level. The company office is located in Ratingen, Germany. Full remote work option available. Willingness to travel frequently is required.

If interested and aligned with the position, we welcome your application.