Industrial Engineer as Sales Manager (m/f/d)- WIRTGEN GmbH

WIRTGEN GmbH is a company of the WIRTGEN GROUP, a global group of companies in the construction equipment industry with 5 brand headquarters in Germany, local production sites in Brazil, China, and India, and a worldwide sales and service network. Within the WIRTGEN GROUP, WIRTGEN specializes in machines and technologies for road pavement rehabilitation. The market leader employs approximately 2,000 persons at its Windhagen (Cologne/Bonn area) headquarters.

To strengthen our sales department, we are looking for a full-time and permanent Area Sales Manager (m/f/d) - Focus Middle East and West Africa.

Your New Position

• Providing comprehensive sales support to defined dealers in West Africa and Middle East regions in operational, organizational, and strategic sales activities related to WIRTGEN GmbH products.
• Training our sales network in the respective markets on products, technologies, and sales systems.
• Supporting the development of sustainable, cost-effective new road construction methods in cooperation with dealers, end customers, and authorities.
• Offering product and application consulting to dealers, end customers, and institutions.
• Preparing offers independently and managing tendering processes.
• Assisting sales partners with financing solutions, letters of credit, contracts, and coordinating machine installations and customer trainings.
• Coordinating closely with various sales-related divisions within WIRTGEN GmbH and the WIRTGEN GROUP.

What You Bring to the Table

• A degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and/or at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of SAP ERP is beneficial.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel.
• Fluent in English and French; additional languages are advantageous.
• An open-minded, team-oriented personality with intercultural competence.
• Balanced assertiveness, confidence, and empathy.
• Moderate ambition and perseverance.
• Self-assured presence, persuasive skills, and negotiation ability.

Our Offer

• Security: Performance-related remuneration and above-average social benefits.
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours and mobile working options.
• Growth: Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Diversity: Varied responsibilities, influence on company shaping, and an intercultural network.
• Enthusiasm: Be part of a leading international group.
• Culture: Flat hierarchies, regular feedback, and direct communication.
• Team: Work with open-minded, qualified colleagues who enjoy their work; cohesion is a priority.