Regional Aerospace Sales Leader – Scandinavia

PPG; Gladsaxe Kommune; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries in Scandinavia seeks a Sales Manager to lead aerospace Aftermarkets accounts and strategic programs across UK, FRA, DEN, SWE, FIN. You will drive regional sales, manage complex deals, and coordinate with R&D and technical teams to deliver value-added solutions.

The role requires a technical sales background in aerospace, strong communication, and travel up to 50–70%. Reporting to the Sales Director, this field-based position emphasizes relationship building and market intelligence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• Demonstrated experience in technical sales within aerospace, chemicals, or advanced manufacturing industries
• Experience achieving sales targets and managing complex, high-value accounts
• Experience with aerospace standards and processes (AS9100, NADCAP)
• Willingness to travel (50–70%)
• Valid driver's licence
• Fluency in English required; additional European language (German, French) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, and expand strategic relationships with aerospace Aftermarkets customers, and main accounts within aerospace and related industries
• Implement the regional sales strategy to achieve and exceed revenue and margin targets
• Promote and position a portfolio of high-performance Packaging solutions, specialty chemicals, coatings, and sealants, with a value-based selling approach
• Lead complex technical sales processes, including solution development, application validation, and contract negotiations
• Deliver advanced technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training sessions to customers and company partners
• Be a trusted advisor to customers, identifying needs and providing tailored, value-added solutions in collaboration with R&D and technical teams
• Manage an accurate sales pipeline, ensuring disciplined use of CRM tools and forecasting accuracy
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, including new programmes, platforms, and market segments
• Represent us at industry events, trade shows, and technical forums to strengthen brand presence and market intelligence
• Collaborate with Marketing, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Legal, Credit, and Export Compliance to ensure seamless execution of business activities
• Provide market intelligence, competitive insights, and customer feedback to support strategic decision-making

Skills

Aerospace sales experience

English fluency

Travel readiness 50–70%

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

PPG Industries in Scandinavia seeks a Sales Manager to lead aerospace Aftermarkets accounts and strategic programs across UK, FRA, DEN, SWE, FIN. You will drive regional sales, manage complex deals, and coordinate with R&D and technical teams to deliver value-added solutions.

The role requires a technical sales background in aerospace, strong communication, and travel up to 50–70%. Reporting to the Sales Director, this field-based position emphasizes relationship building and market intelligence.