Global Technical Sales & Biz Dev for Water Membranes

Akkim Kimya Sanayi A.Ş.; Fatih; On-site; TRY 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkim Kimya Sanayi A.Ş. seeks a Technical Sales & Business Development Representative to lead innovation and our product portfolio strategy within a growing organization focused on water treatment solutions.

You will develop and manage relationships with customers, distributors, EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants, system integrators, and utilities while promoting Akualys ultrafiltration membrane products. The role requires a degree in Environmental Engineering (or related fields), 6+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering preferred; candidates from other engineering disciplines with relevant experience in water and wastewater treatment technologies will also be considered.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in technical sales, business development or commercial roles.
• Experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, membrane technologies, desalination, industrial equipment, or related technical industries is highly preferred.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• French, Portuguese and CIS language skills are considered an advantage.
• Strong B2B sales and business development capabilities.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts to customers and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and forecasting skills with the ability to prepare sales reports, pipeline reviews, market analyses, and management presentations.
• Ability to organize, evaluate, and communicate commercial and technical information effectively to management and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, consultants, system integrators, OEMs, or industrial customers is preferred.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and target-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with customers, distributors, EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants, system integrators, water utilities, and industrial end users.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities and strategic accounts.
• Promote Akualys ultrafiltration membrane products and solutions to target customers and markets.
• Work with consultants, engineering firms, and project owners to ensure Akualys products are included in project specifications and approved vendor lists.
• Develop business opportunities in municipal water treatment, wastewater treatment, industrial water treatment, and water reuse applications.
• Prepare, present, and follow up technical and commercial proposals.
• Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to order completion.
• Coordinate with technical, application, and operations teams during proposal, commissioning, and after-sales support phases.
• Establish, develop, and manage distributor and channel partner networks.
• Maintain accurate customer records, opportunity pipelines, and sales forecasts through CRM systems.
• Prepare regular sales reports, pipeline forecasts, market intelligence updates, and business development reviews for management.
• Track sales performance and key business development activities while ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Monitor market developments, competitor activities, and emerging technologies within the water treatment industry.
• Represent Akualys at customer meetings, exhibitions, conferences, and industry events.
• Achieve sales and business development targets while contributing to the growth of the Akualys brand.

Skills

Fluent English

B2B sales

Business development

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Environmental Engineering

Engineering degree (other)

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Akkim Kimya Sanayi A.Ş. seeks a Technical Sales & Business Development Representative to lead innovation and our product portfolio strategy within a growing organization focused on water treatment solutions.

You will develop and manage relationships with customers, distributors, EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants, system integrators, and utilities while promoting Akualys ultrafiltration membrane products. The role requires a degree in Environmental Engineering (or related fields), 6+ years in