Head of Technical Sales (all genders) – Baden-Württemberg

Company Profile

Our client is a traditional, medium-sized company that has specialized for many decades in the development and production of high-quality cast components made of lightweight metal for demanding applications. The customer base includes renowned companies from the automotive industry, mechanical engineering, medical technology, optical industry, as well as aerospace. The company stands for innovative solutions, long-standing customer relationships, and a reliable, future-oriented corporate culture.

Job Profile

Expanding market potential by acquiring new customers and new products as well as supporting and developing the existing customer base
Comprehensive technical customer consulting including verification of technical feasibility and offer preparation
Technical and commercial negotiations with customers as well as preparation and review of contracts
Responsibility for the technical, economic, and timely implementation of new projects and changes up to sample approval
Compliance with budget, sales, and result targets
Continuous monitoring and documentation of customer and market developments
Leadership, motivation, and management of employees (m/f/d) according to effective leadership principles

Candidate Profile

Completed studies in engineering, ideally with a focus on foundry technology or mechanical engineering
Alternatively, completed technical vocational training with relevant further education
Good business management knowledge
Several years of professional experience in a comparable technically oriented sales function in the casting sector (light metal casting)
Proven experience in leadership and coaching of employees (all genders)
Expertise in acquiring new customers and new projects as well as supporting and developing existing customers
Good knowledge of contract law and calculation of technical products
Experience working with OEM and TIER1 customers
Know-how in development and manufacturing of die-cast components
Participation in or initiation and management of innovative funding projects or process optimizations
Confident use of MS Office and ERP software
Fluent English skills in speaking and writing

Attractiveness Factors

Challenging and innovative field of work with opportunities to shape and participate
Hands-on corporate culture with innovative strength and dynamism
Lean company structure with fast decision-making processes