Senior Sales Executive for New Machines for the Bakery marketResponsibilities / Tasks<ul><li>Develop relationships with new customers and retain existing ones through visits, online meetings, trade fairs, and seminars.</li><li>Conduct preliminary technical evaluation of leads and sales opportunities and discuss them with the Business Line (Europe) and the Sales Support Department.</li><li>Complete technical questionnaires (when applicable) to support lead discussions with the above departments.</li><li>Screen quotes/projects, including a critical analysis of project win probability and GEA’s chances, considering technical and commercial feasibility, customer history, budget, competitiveness, future potential, availability of internal resources, and definition of the supply scope.</li><li>Consistently use the CRM system to record and update all relevant information.</li><li>Perform commercial evaluation of customer tenders (RFPs, RFQs, and bids), coordinating technical aspects with the Business Line (Europe).</li><li>Define pricing, margins, and risk assessment in coordination with Sales Management.</li><li>Prepare commercial proposals.</li><li>Define performance parameters for projects under negotiation with customers, in cooperation with BU Headquarters Support.</li><li>Ensure active and ongoing follow-up of submitted proposals.</li><li>Act as an interface in contractual and legal discussions with customers, supported by the Legal Department.</li><li>Conduct commercial negotiations and execute contract signing.</li><li>Provide internal reporting (ongoing projects, wins, and losses under direct responsibility) using the CRM system.</li><li>Participate in trade fairs and business seminars.</li><li>Ensure customer satisfaction.</li><li>Ensure project profitability during negotiations, in alignment with the agreed targets set with the Sales Manager.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsQualifications:The Sales Executive for the PFA (Pharma &amp; Food Technologies) division should hold a degree in Engineering (Chemical, Food, Agricultural, or Mechanical Engineering) or a Technology-related qualification. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a commercial/sales role is required. Advanced English proficiency is mandatory.• Minimum of 3 years of B2B experience;• Proactive attitude;• Strategic thinking;• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;• Availability for domestic and international travel;• Reliability, integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality;• Strict adherence to company compliance policies;• Technical and commercial profile;• Strong process knowledge and analytical skills.Preferred Qualification:Knowledge of food processing and packaging equipment, particularly in the confectionery and bakery industries.Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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Senior Sales Executive

Senior Sales Executive for New Machines for the Bakery marketResponsibilities / Tasks<ul><li>Develop relationships with new customers and retain existing ones through visits, online meetings, trade fairs, and seminars.</li><li>Conduct preliminary technical evaluation of leads and sales opportunities and discuss them with the Business Line (Europe) and the Sales Support Department.</li><li>Complete technical questionnaires (when applicable) to support lead discussions with the above departments.</li><li>Screen quotes/projects, including a critical analysis of project win probability and GEA’s chances, considering technical and commercial feasibility, customer history, budget, competitiveness, future potential, availability of internal resources, and definition of the supply scope.</li><li>Consistently use the CRM system to record and update all relevant information.</li><li>Perform commercial evaluation of customer tenders (RFPs, RFQs, and bids), coordinating technical aspects with the Business Line (Europe).</li><li>Define pricing, margins, and risk assessment in coordination with Sales Management.</li><li>Prepare commercial proposals.</li><li>Define performance parameters for projects under negotiation with customers, in cooperation with BU Headquarters Support.</li><li>Ensure active and ongoing follow-up of submitted proposals.</li><li>Act as an interface in contractual and legal discussions with customers, supported by the Legal Department.</li><li>Conduct commercial negotiations and execute contract signing.</li><li>Provide internal reporting (ongoing projects, wins, and losses under direct responsibility) using the CRM system.</li><li>Participate in trade fairs and business seminars.</li><li>Ensure customer satisfaction.</li><li>Ensure project profitability during negotiations, in alignment with the agreed targets set with the Sales Manager.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsQualifications:The Sales Executive for the PFA (Pharma &amp; Food Technologies) division should hold a degree in Engineering (Chemical, Food, Agricultural, or Mechanical Engineering) or a Technology-related qualification. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a commercial/sales role is required. Advanced English proficiency is mandatory.• Minimum of 3 years of B2B experience;• Proactive attitude;• Strategic thinking;• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;• Availability for domestic and international travel;• Reliability, integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality;• Strict adherence to company compliance policies;• Technical and commercial profile;• Strong process knowledge and analytical skills.Preferred Qualification:Knowledge of food processing and packaging equipment, particularly in the confectionery and bakery industries.Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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