The Sales Manager role is responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, and expanding the company’s market presence across Europe. As part of the founding team of a newly established European organisation, the position offers an opportunity to combine strong commercial capabilities with knowledge of the Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing market and contribute directly to regional business growth.
Responsibilities
Drive sales of SLS 3D printers, materials, and related solutions
Develop and execute strategies for acquiring new customers
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline
Maintain and expand relationships with existing customers
Collaborate with technical teams to deliver solutions that address customer requirements
Manage quotations, negotiations, and contractual activities
Represent the company at trade shows and industry events, including Formnext and Rapid + TCT
Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities
Provide regular sales forecasts and reports to management
Requirements
Proven sales experience within the SLS 3D printing industry
Experience in the Additive Manufacturing sector
Strong understanding of the customers and market segments served by companies such as EOS, 3D Systems, HP, and Formlabs
Successful track record in business-to-business (B2B) industrial sales
Demonstrated ability to achieve or exceed sales targets
Business-level English communication skills
Valid work authorisation in Germany
Willingness to travel extensively across Europe
Preferred Qualifications
Experience selling into the automotive industry
Experience selling into the aerospace industry
Experience with Additive Manufacturing materials
Channel partner or distributor management experience
Business-level German and/or Japanese language skills
Experience in a start-up environment or developing a new market
Ideal Candidate
Results-driven sales professional
Proactive approach to new business development, supported by proven business development skills
Ability to understand both commercial and technical customer requirements
Comfortable working in a fast-growing and entrepreneurial environment
Passionate about Additive Manufacturing technologies
Benefits
30 days of annual leave
Transportation allowance
Competitive compensation package
Expected annual salary of around EUR 60,000, depending on experience and qualifications
Additional information
Employment type: Full-time permanent
Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
About the company
A Japanese company in the advanced manufacturing technology industry that develops and manufactures high-performance SLS 3D printers and proprietary advanced materials. Its solutions serve customers across the automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and research sectors worldwide. The company is expanding its operations in the European market through a newly established regional organisation.
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