Technical Sales Manager / Business Development Manager – DACH

About the role

A company, part of an international group supplying specialised equipment and products to industries such as marine, aerospace, medical and agriculture, is looking for a Technical Sales Manager / Business Development Manager for the German-speaking DACH markets. The position is based in Germany, remote with travel, and covers the development of new business and the strengthening of existing customer relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, approach and secure new B2B sales and business development opportunities across Germany and the wider DACH region.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers, key accounts and industrial clients.
• Promote a portfolio of motion control, spring-based technologies and mechanical component solutions.
• Manage sales pipelines, pricing, forecasting and margin performance within the assigned territory.
• Develop strategic account plans and identify cross-selling opportunities with internal teams.
• Provide market intelligence on competitors, industry developments and customer trends.
• Maintain customer, sales and activity records in the company's CRM systems.
• Travel regularly throughout Germany and occasionally to other European countries.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Senior B2B sales experience with a background in technical, industrial, engineering, manufacturing or mechanical component sales.
• Proven track record of winning new business and developing strategic customer relationships.
• Fluent German and English, written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Germany and occasionally in Europe.

Required skills

• Data-driven, analytical approach and strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

What we offer

• Salary of €80,000 OTE plus car allowance.
• Performance bonus of 25%.