Sales Executive (m/f/x)

3M; Espoo; Remote; EUR 40 000 - 65 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety solutions company is seeking a Sales Executive in Finland. You will drive sales growth by developing relationships with clients and providing tailored safety solutions. The ideal candidate will have sales experience in the personal safety sector and fluency in Finnish and English. This full-time position requires up to 80% travel in Western Finland.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, preferably in the personal safety or industrial sector.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Communicate value propositions through proposals.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Proficiency in MS Office

CRM software

Fluent in Finnish

Fluent in English

Education

Relevant education or work experience in personal safety or industrial sector

Job description

Overview

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description: Sales Executive (m/f/x)

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Sales Executive in Finland to join our dynamic Personal Safety Division team. The ideal candidate will drive sales growth by developing relationships with new and existing customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored 3M safety solutions. The product groups you will work with include respiratory protection, welding protection, head, eye, face and fall protection, and hearing protection solutions.

The Role

As a Sales executive in 3M Personal Safety Division for the West part of Finland, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. You will make an impact by:

• Developing and executing strategic sales plans to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
• Partnering with customers to understand their business needs and objectives.
• Effectively communicating the value proposition of 3M Personal Safety products through proposals and presentations.
• Providing end-user training, product demonstrations, and technical support.
• Participating in industry events, trade shows, and conferences.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• Proven sales experience, preferably in the personal safety or industrial sector through education or work experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and offer exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
• A self-starter with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Finnish and English.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed include

• Advanced communication and prioritization skills to drive engagement and lead relationships across multiple levels of organizations.
• Ability to work in a technical/engineering environment with complex products.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment.
• Proactive mindset and strong networking abilities.
• Team player with energy and motivation to achieve results.

Job specifics

• Sales territory: Western part of Finland
• Role location: Finland with ideal candidate locations including Kokkola, Vaasa, Seinäjoki
• Travel: May include up to 80% travel within the territory
• Working pattern: Full-time

How to apply: Kindly submit your application and CV in English.

Culture and Compliance

Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations? If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us. We look forward to hearing from you!

Resources for You: For details on the interview process, see the Insights for Candidates page at 3M Careers. If you have questions, please reach out via the Career Page. Learn more about 3M’s solutions at 3M.com or on social media. Safety is a core value at 3M; all employees contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. 3M is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, nationality, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy/maternity-related matters, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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