Sales Manager BL AM Sales Central (m/f/d)

JR Germany; Krefeld; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in sustainable stainless steel is seeking a Sales Manager with a hunter mindset to join their Advanced Materials Sales Team. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing key accounts, and implementing sales strategies across Germany and Europe. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for sustainability.

Leistungen

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive benefits including business bike, health offers, pension scheme

Opportunities for continuous development and growth

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience, ideally in stainless steel or related sectors.
• Fluent in German and English; Dutch is advantageous.
• Willing to travel occasionally within BeNeLux, Central Europe, and internationally.

Aufgaben

• Identify, target, and close new business opportunities proactively.
• Manage key accounts and acquire new customers.
• Implement sales strategies and contribute to strategic projects.

Kenntnisse

Sales Leadership

Negotiation

Market Insights

Client Engagement

Results-driven

Ausbildung

Business degree

Tools

MS Office

CRM

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

Exciting Opportunity for a Sales Manager with a hunter mindset

Join our Advanced Materials Sales Team in the AM Sales Central region at Outokumpu and be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.

We are seeking a commercially skilled, passionate sales professional driven by a strong hunting mentality. This role offers the chance to build an extensive network, work with strategic customers, and collaborate across departments. If you can anticipate market trends, identify business opportunities, and develop long-term customer relationships, we want to hear from you.

Outokumpu is leading the green transition in sustainable stainless steel. Our products are made from 95% recycled materials and are fully recyclable. We aim to support the 1.5°C climate target, with products that have up to 75% lower carbon footprints than industry averages. With approximately 8,500 employees across nearly 30 countries, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Outokumpu is publicly listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

Responsibilities:

• Hunting Mindset: Identify, target, and close new business opportunities proactively.
• Promote Advanced Materials: Demonstrate expertise in stainless steel and nickel alloys to drive growth.
• Sales Leadership: Manage the entire portfolio, develop strategies, and focus on closing impactful deals.
• Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations with professionalism to secure long-term partnerships.
• Strategy Execution: Implement sales strategies and contribute to strategic projects.
• Client Engagement: Manage key accounts and acquire new customers.
• Market Insights: Stay informed on industry trends through analysis and participation in trade fairs and seminars.
• Travel: Regular travel across Germany and Europe for client visits, trade shows, and site tours.

Qualifications:

• Business degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience, ideally in stainless steel or related sectors.
• Fluent in German and English; Dutch is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office, CRM, and SAP.
• Results-driven hunter with technical insight and passion for sales.
• Willing to travel occasionally within BeNeLux, Central Europe, and internationally.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic career in a global industry leader.
• Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance.
• Impactful work supporting sustainability and future generations.
• Competitive benefits including business bike, health offers, pension scheme, canteen, and company car.
• Opportunities for continuous development and growth.