Sales Manager Europe
Sales Manager Europe
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Our Energy Systems division is seeking a Sales Manager based in Northern Europe to support the Smart Cable Guard (SCG) Unit.
About the role
Our Energy Systems division is seeking a Sales Manager based in Northern Europe to support the Smart Cable Guard (SCG) Unit. SCG is an online multi-functional monitoring system for MV power cable networks, offering unique functions such as detecting and locating weak spots and faults in underground power cables. The system provides immediate warnings when issues arise. As part of the Global SCG team, you will collaborate with colleagues to sell and assist customers in implementing SCG systems and services in Northern Europe.
The primary goal of the role is to support the Smart Cable Guard Unit in fulfilling its mission of safeguarding life, property, and the environment, aligning with our company vision to be a trusted voice addressing global transformations. The position involves regular customer visits, with an expected travel commitment between 25% and 50%.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Identify, drive, and facilitate sales while advising clients on the application of SCG within their networks.
- Achieve sales targets in Northern Europe.
- Own the order intake and pipeline targets for SCG in assigned countries.
- Increase the visibility of Smart Cable Guard in the market, serving as the go-to person for online condition management of underground medium voltage cables.
About us
We are an independent expert in assurance and risk management, driven by the purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment. Our commitment empowers customers and stakeholders with reliable insights, enabling confident decision-making. As a trusted voice for numerous successful organizations globally, we leverage our knowledge to advance safety, set industry benchmarks, and innovate solutions for tackling global transformations.
What we offer
Our benefits package is designed to support your physical, financial, and social well-being, offering:
- Pension scheme, profit share, health care, and wellness benefits.
- Flexibility in handling work to suit your lifestyle.
- Collaboration with engaging and competent colleagues.
- Guidance through coaching, mentoring, and global networks.
- Advancement of skills and expertise through individual development plans and tailored training.
- Development of managerial skills via state-of-the-art leadership programs.
- Participation in a world-renowned and growing organization with origins dating back to 1864.
About you
To qualify you must have, essential skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a Sales background with a focus on relationship-based selling.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in German and English.
- Commercial awareness, result orientation, and a proven track record in product sales.
- Existing network within the DNO/DSO utilities.
- Customer-centric approach with the ability to challenge customer needs.
Key competencies, skills and personal attributes
- Curiosity, interest, organization, and engagement.
- Clear, precise, and structured communication; effective presentation skills.
- Confidence as a speaker and presenter in customer meetings.
- Creativity and innovation in solution selling.
- Cooperative nature, sharing knowledge, experience, and supporting team goals.
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Application
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Analysis
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Initial interview
If the fit is right on both sides, there will be a first-round interview with your potential new employer in the next two weeks.
Follow-up interview(s)
Depending on the process, the consultant will invite you to the next round(s) of interviews and possibly an assessment center.
Offer
If you are selected for the position, you will receive an attractive job offer. We will be happy to advise you on realistic terms of employment.
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