GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.Responsibilities / Tasks<ul><li>Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day</li><li>Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore</li><li>Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster</li><li>Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset</li><li>Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits</li><li>Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance</li><li>Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses</li></ul>GEA Group is seeking a talented Slicing and Thermofoil Packaging Solution Sales Manager to join our East Coast Sales team.  The role is based on the East Coast and is focused on selling custom engineered slicing and horizontal packaging to the food industry. The Sales Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and nurturing client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving growth through upselling and cross-selling opportunities for assigned accounts. They will play a pivotal role in achieving order intake targets, a high level of customer satisfaction, and driving growth. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a strong sales background, and a track record of success in managing accounts. We attribute our year-over-year growth to our thriving base of highly motivated, result driven employees. If you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, great customer service and the willingness to learn, then we want to talk to you!Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage assigned accounts and serve as their primary point of contact, understanding their needs and requirements.  Ensure long-lasting client relationships.</li><li>Regularly engage with clients to provide updates, gather feedback, and address inquiries.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.</li><li>Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify opportunities for growth and adaptation.</li><li>Work closely with the territory manager to develop and execute sales plans for the region/territory, identifying growth opportunities and potential risks.</li><li>Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the region/territory, expanding the customer base and market share.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for assigned accounts, ensuring that they are consistently met or exceeded.</li><li>Prepare and deliver presentations to clients and stakeholders to promote our products and services.</li><li>Operate in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.</li><li>Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and support.</li><li>Negotiate purchase agreements to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to collaborate and work in a matrix environment to achieve results.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with industry developments and regulatory requirements that may impact our business</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsQualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field or 5 plus years of relevant experience in B2B sales preferred.</li><li>2-10+ years of experience in account management, technical B2B sales or in a similar client-facing role highly preferred.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously to achieve assigned order intake targets.</li><li>Must be willing/able to travel 75% of the time to visit customers, potential clients, attend trade shows and industry functions.</li><li>Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proficiency in sales management software and CRM systems.</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.</li><li>Working knowledge of MS Office products and SAP C4C preferred</li><li>Must live in the East Coast territory.</li><li>Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred</li><li>Some prior knowledge of one or more of the following application areas would be beneficial:<ul><li>Slicing</li><li>Thermofoil Packaging</li></ul></li></ul>The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.#EngineeringforthebetterDid we spark your interest? 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Solution Sales Manager - Slicing and Thermofoil Packaging

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.Responsibilities / Tasks<ul><li>Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day</li><li>Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore</li><li>Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster</li><li>Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset</li><li>Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits</li><li>Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance</li><li>Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses</li></ul>GEA Group is seeking a talented Slicing and Thermofoil Packaging Solution Sales Manager to join our East Coast Sales team. &nbsp;The role is based on the East Coast and is focused on selling custom engineered slicing and horizontal packaging to the food industry. The Sales Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and nurturing client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving growth through upselling and cross-selling opportunities for assigned accounts. They will play a pivotal role in achieving order intake targets, a high level of customer satisfaction, and driving growth. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a strong sales background, and a track record of success in managing accounts.&nbsp;We attribute our year-over-year growth to our thriving base of highly motivated, result driven employees. If you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, great customer service and the willingness to learn, then we want to talk to you!Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage assigned accounts and serve as their primary point of contact, understanding their needs and requirements.&nbsp; Ensure long-lasting client relationships.</li><li>Regularly engage with clients to provide updates, gather feedback, and address inquiries.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.</li><li>Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify opportunities for growth and adaptation.</li><li>Work closely with the territory manager to develop and execute sales plans for the region/territory, identifying growth opportunities and potential risks.</li><li>Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the region/territory, expanding the customer base and market share.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for assigned accounts, ensuring that they are consistently met or exceeded.</li><li>Prepare and deliver presentations to clients and stakeholders to promote our products and services.</li><li>Operate in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.</li><li>Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and support.</li><li>Negotiate purchase agreements to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to collaborate and work in a matrix environment to achieve results.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with industry developments and regulatory requirements that may impact our business</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsQualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field or 5 plus years of relevant experience in B2B sales preferred.</li><li>2-10+ years of experience in account management, technical B2B sales or in a similar client-facing role highly preferred.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously to achieve assigned order intake targets.</li><li>Must be willing/able to travel 75% of the time to visit customers, potential clients, attend trade shows and industry functions.</li><li>Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proficiency in sales management software and CRM systems.</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.</li><li>Working knowledge of MS Office products and SAP C4C preferred</li><li>Must live in the East Coast territory.</li><li>Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred</li><li>Some prior knowledge of one or more of the following application areas would be beneficial:<ul><li>Slicing</li><li>Thermofoil Packaging</li></ul></li></ul>The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year.&nbsp;GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.&nbsp; The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.&nbsp; You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.#EngineeringforthebetterDid we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Solution Sales Manager - Slicing and Thermofoil Packaging

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