(Senior) Sales Manager Steelmaking (f / m / x)

SMS group is renowned worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. In 2022, our team of over 14,400 employees around the world generated sales of more than 3.1 billion euros. We apply our 150 years of experience and digital know-how to provide the industry with innovative products and processes that extend beyond our core business. We are the right partner for challenging projects and support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their plants and equipment. Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is our stated goal.

Join Our Team at SMS group GmbH in Mönchengladbach

We are looking to recruit a Sales Manager who will work on future-oriented topics such as CO2 mitigation technologies, resource efficiency, and sustainable development. In this role, you will be an integral part of our technological sales team, playing a key role in steering international steelmaking sales projects. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Developing technical solutions, products, and services
2. Actively acquiring customers
3. Launching new products and reporting market needs to the global management team
4. Conducting market analyses and identifying potential beyond current business
5. Interacting with existing customers across all regions
6. Ensuring active communication between different regions
7. Negotiating and managing contracts

Candidate Profile

You have successfully completed a master's degree in engineering or a comparable qualification with a metallurgical background. We are also looking for:

1. Several years of professional experience in sales and metallurgical plant construction (minimum 3-5 years)
2. Experience managing international teams
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities
4. An entrepreneurial mindset, independence, and a proactive attitude
5. Willingness to travel frequently (approximately 25%)

What We Offer

As an innovative and international employer, we provide a performance-oriented salary package and support a healthy work-life balance through amenities such as an in-house children's daycare, flexible working hours, and homeworking options.