Area Sales Manager Process Technologies - Middle East / Africa

IKA Werke; Staufen im Breisgau; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global laboratory technology leader is seeking an Area Sales Manager for the Middle East & Africa. This role involves developing new markets, building partnerships, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should possess a technical degree, several years of international sales experience, and excellent English skills. The position offers competitive compensation and various benefits, including flexible working hours and training opportunities.

Leistungen

Attractive compensation

Personalized training opportunities

Company pension plan

Flexible working hours

On-site cafeteria

JobRad (bike leasing program)

Hansefit (corporate fitness program)

Qualifikationen

• Technical degree in mechanical engineering or process engineering is required.
• Experience in international sales is essential; industry knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent English skills are mandatory; knowledge of French and German is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop the market and establish new contacts in the sales territory.
• Prepare quotations and cost calculations.
• Organize trials and train representatives to achieve sales goals.

Kenntnisse

Technical degree (mechanical/process engineering)

Several years of experience in international sales

Excellent English skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel internationally

Ausbildung

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

IKA is the place where people turn visions in laboratory and analytical technology, process engineering, bioprocessing, and electric vehicle battery solutions into reality. We are a future-proof, internationally active family-owned company with a strong team spirit.

Founded in 1910, IKA quickly became the global market leader in laboratory technology as well as dispersing, stirring, and kneading equipment. Today, we employ nearly 1,000 people across 16 locations on five continents.

Be part of an innovative, international team and shape the future with IKA – as our Area Sales Manager Process Technologies for the Middle East & Africa, you will open new markets, build strong partnerships, and drive our growth in one of the most dynamic regions worldwide.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop the market, establish new contacts, and build brand awareness for IKA in the sales territory
• Prepare quotations and cost calculations
• Organize and support trials in the test center
• Train, advise, and motivate our representatives to achieve sales goals
• Participate in trade shows
• Analyze sales potential in the defined region
• Implement and coordinate sales activities to achieve revenue targets and generate sustainable growth
• Identify, develop, and open new sales channels in coordination with the sales management
• Monitor the market and analyze competitors

Your Qualifications

• Technical degree (e.g., mechanical engineering or process engineering) or equivalent education/experience
• Several years of experience in international sales; industry knowledge is a plus
• Excellent English skills (spoken and written); French and German are desirable
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Residence in or near Staufen or willingness to relocate

Why IKA?

We are a family-owned company with strong growth and a secure future, committed to social responsibility in our local community. At our headquarters in Staufen, you can expect an exciting role within a trusting and highly collaborative work environment.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation
• Personalized training and development opportunities
• Company pension plan
• Flexible working hours
• On-site cafeteria
• JobRad (bike leasing program)
• Hansefit (corporate fitness program)

Further benefits will be gladly discussed during a personal meeting