Commercial Specialist

Axalta; Asturias; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading coatings company is looking for a Commercial Specialist in Asturias, Spain. This role will provide advanced sales support to ensure customer satisfaction and drive a more effective sales process. Responsibilities include customer relationship management, contract management, and process compliance. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong business acumen, along with advanced skills in Microsoft Office and SAP. Fluency in English and German is required, with additional languages preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Fluent in English and German; French or Spanish preferred.
• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain deep knowledge of assigned customers and their needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to fulfill customer requirements.
• Manage purchase orders, contract reviews, and pricing compliance.
• Prepare price/service offers and update customer data in systems.
• Create reports and manage documentation aligned with quality standards.

Conocimientos

Strong business acumen

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Commercial Specialist to join us at our facility in Asturias, Spain. The purpose of this position is to provide advanced commercial sales support to Group Account Managers / Sales Operational Leaders, help to drive a more effective sales process cross the organization and to ensure internal / external Customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Customer Relationship Management : Maintain deep knowledge of assigned customers, including roles, decision-makers, and internal relationships.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are understood and fulfilled.
• Commercial Support : Provide advanced support to Account Managers and Sales Operational Leaders, including handling specific customer requests.
• Order & Contract Management : Manage purchase orders, support contract reviews, and ensure compliance with SOX processes for pricing, rebates, and revenue recognition.
• Pricing & Data Administration : Prepare price / service offers, manage price changes and updates in SAP / SFDC, and maintain customer master data and Salesforce records.
• Financial Accuracy : Oversee accruals, validate price lists, and collaborate on past-due improvements and invoice discrepancy resolution.
• Reporting & Documentation : Create reports (VOC, sales / value), administer customer portals, and manage web cycles and supplier declarations.
• Process Compliance & Quality : Follow desk procedures aligned with IATF 16949 and other quality standards; ensure proper documentation and compliance.
• Continuous Improvement & Training : Lead / support efficiency projects, provide backup coverage for other specialists, and train trainees.
• Deal with Internal and External Stakeholders : Internal : Account Managers & Business Directors, Reconciliation Team, Technical Customer Lead, Sales Representatives, Demand Planning Specialist, CPU & Pricing Specialist, Sales Assistant, Finance, Customer Service Team, Legal Department, Data Management Team, Credit, Quality; External : Customers.

Key requirements

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
• Core Skills : Strong business acumen, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical Proficiency : Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Communication & Accuracy : Excellent communication, analytical skills, and high attention to detail.
• Languages : Fluent in English and German; additional language (French or Spanish) preferred.
• Key Behaviors : Customer-focused, collaborative, adaptable to change, results-driven, and committed to organizational success.

Builds strong, collaborative relationships and actively listens to understand customer needs.

Responds promptly to resolve issues, stays focused on goals, and bases decisions on solid analysis.

Demonstrates commitment, adaptability, and a positive attitude while driving organizational success.

Axalta operates its business in two segments : Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.