Sales Manager DACH – Composites & Engineering Plastics

UBE Corporation Europe; Nordrhein-Westfalen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International environment

Autonomy and ownership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

UBE Europe GmbH is seeking a talented Sales Manager to lead the growth of our Composites & Compounding business across the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland). You will drive sales, manage key accounts, and collaborate with innovation and technical teams to translate market needs into future products.

This permanent role offers a competitive compensation package, international exposure, and the autonomy to shape strategic opportunities with leading customers across Europe.

Qualifications

• Fluent German language required.
• Professional English proficiency required.
• Spanish is an advantage.
• Strong sales management experience in plastics.
• Solid project management capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and marketing activities across the DACH region for product portfolios.
• Develop and strengthen long-term relationships with customers and distributors.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand market presence in strategic sectors.
• Collaborate with Innovation and Technical Service teams to translate market needs into future products.
• Support commercial activities outside the DACH region when required.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Work with internal teams to deliver innovative customer-focused solutions.

Skills

German language (Fluent)

English language (Professional)

Spanish language (Valuable)

Sales management

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Business Administration background (advantage)

Job description

Sales Manager DACH – Composites & Engineering Plastics

Travel: Frequent travel across Europe (up to 50% of working time)

Join UBE and help shape the future of advanced materials

UBE Europe GmbH is looking for a talented and commercially driven Sales Manager to lead the growth of our Composites & Compounding business across the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland).

This is a key commercial role within our Business Unit, combining customer management, business development and close collaboration with innovation and technical teams to support the development of future products and applications.

How will your day-to-day look?

• Drive sales and marketing activities across the DACH region for UBE NYLON, UBESTA and DINA product portfolios.
• Develop and strengthen long-term relationships with customers, distributors, agents and key stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand UBE's market presence in strategic sectors.
• Work closely with Innovation and Technical Service teams to translate market needs into future product developments.
• Support additional commercial activities and projects outside the DACH region when required.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative customer-focused solutions.

What are we looking for?

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Business Administration background is considered an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales of plastic compounds within the German market.
• Experience in a similar commercial role within compounders or international companies operating in the DACH region is highly valued.
• Strong technical understanding of thermoplastic compounds and their applications.
• Proven ability to manage customer relationships and develop business opportunities.

Languages

• German: Fluent or native level (mandatory).
• English: Professional proficiency (mandatory).
• Spanish: Valuable.
• Strong sales management skills.
• Project management capabilities.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Customer-focused, proactive and results-oriented mindset.

What do we offer?

• Permanent contract within a global chemical company.
• Competitive compensation package.
• International and multicultural working environment.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility.
• Opportunity to work with innovative materials and leading customers across Europe.
• Professional growth within a global organization with strong technological capabilities.

About UBE

UBE is a global chemical company with Japanese roots and a strong international presence. Through innovation, technical excellence and collaboration, we develop advanced materials and solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.

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