Technical Sales Specialist - Valves/Pumps/Homogeniser

4 months ago
Full time role
In-person · Cork, CO, IE... more
GEA Ireland, a leading provider of processing equipment across various industries in the Irish market, is seeking to expand our team with a Technical Sales Engineer. This role will focus on the sales of our valves, pumps, and homogenizers portfolio.

Responsibilities / Tasks

This role offers flexibility in location and can be based anywhere in Ireland. It requires extensive travel .

  • Expand our business of hygienic and sterile valve and cleaning device solutions to the Pharmaceutical, BioPharma, and renewable resource industries in Ireland.

  • Support the sales and promotion of our Hilge hygienic pump range.

  • Drive the sales of Niro Soavi homogenizers.

  • Champion GEA’s sustainability mission by promoting innovative products and solutions that drive environmental efficiency.

  • Identify and cultivate new business opportunities through a thorough analysis of both existing and potential customers’ needs, with a focus on 60% new business development and 40% existing business growth.

  • Create and execute targeted strategies aimed at increasing product sales and expanding market share.

  • Proactively follow up on quotations and ensure timely sales closures, while consistently updating and maintaining the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

  • Manage the entire sales process, from identifying opportunities to delivery and post-sale account management, ensuring a seamless customer experience.

  • Collaborate with customers to understand and fulfil their requirements, including contract development and negotiation to ensure mutual benefit.

  • Take a hands-on approach in monitoring sales trends and implementing strategies to drive market share growth and enhance business outcomes.

Your Profile / Qualifications

  • A technical qualification is required, along with previous experience in technical sales.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn various process applications of our equipment.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including strong presentation abilities.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build lasting relationships with customers from the first point of contact.

  • Customer-focused, with a proactive approach to identifying and meeting customer needs while maintaining the highest company quality and ISO standards.

  • Proficient in using computer systems, including spreadsheets and databases such as SAP (CRM), and capable of compiling and issuing reports when requested by management.

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Strong organisational skills, able to manage and prioritise workload, meet sales targets, and complete tasks within tight deadlines.

  • A motivated and energetic team player.

  • Proactive, with the ability to take initiative in the role.

  • Must be hands-on and willing to engage in practical tasks.

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