Overview
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This Position reports to :
Sales Manager
Work model
The work model for the role is onsite / remote / hybrid. #LI-Onsite / #LI-Remote / #LI-Hybrid
Context
This role is contributing to the Business Line Industries within ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation in Germany. Main stakeholders include internal Segment Sales Specialists Marketing Product Management and Business Development as well as external customers and partners.
Key responsibilities
- In this role you will be responsible for the end-to-end handling of inbound leads across all industry segments (primarily General and Consumer Industry) with a focus on opportunity qualification, virtual customer interaction and early-stage business development. You will support our growth strategy by identifying promising business opportunities maintaining customer relationships and ensuring a seamless handover to the responsible sales colleagues for larger projects. Your work contributes directly to the growth of our Business Line Industries within ABB Robotics in Germany.
- Identifying and qualifying incoming leads through customer contact (primarily via phone / video); assessing potential and documenting in Salesforce
- Timely processing of leads including qualification and depending on the revenue potential handover to the responsible Field Sales colleagues from the respective segments
- Building and maintaining customer relationships especially for smaller potential customers (smaller potential and new customers)
- Preparation and virtual presentation of offers as well as conducting virtual sales meetings and where required on-site customer visits (travel approx. 30%)
- Collaborating with Marketing and Sales to align lead development activities and targeted campaigns
- Monitoring competitor activities and customers needs to support continuous improvement of our market approach
- You will join a motivated and agile team with effective alignment to Marketing and Field Sales. You will have the opportunity to effectively shape how we manage and develop customer leads across all industry segments.
Qualifications for the role
- Degree in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Robotics Industrial Engineering) or in Business Administration alternatively a completed technical or commercial apprenticeship combined with relevant professional experience; technician degree also welcome.
- First experience in technical B2B sales and / or inside sales ideally in automation or robotics is an advantage
- Proficient communication skills digital presentation skills and customer focus
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools is an advantage
- High degree of initiative motivation and readiness for organized change
- Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
- Willingness to travel across Germany (up to 30%)
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible work practices
- Employee Share Acquisition Plan
- Learning & development offering
- Company car
Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online. The case of equal suitability people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.
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Details
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : Unclear Seniority
Key Skills : General Insurance,Corporate Sales,Cost Estimation,Benefits & Compensation,Heavy Equipment,AC Maintenance
Vacancy : 1