Sales Manager – Technical Sales Representative

Umicore

Sales Manager managing international customer relationships and project teams in the electronics industry for precious metal applications. Strategizing market development and key accounts in a technology-focused environment.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeSchwäbisch Gmünd • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in market development and strategic account management within the electronics industry, with a strong focus on customer relationships and technical sales activities. Proficient in conducting market analyses and leading international project teams to implement solutions effectively.

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Market DevelopmentStrategic Account ManagementProject LeadershipCompetitive IntelligenceSales Orientation

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Hard Skills

Surface TechnologyChemistryMaterials ScienceCoating TechnologiesProduct ManagementSales ExperienceMarket AnalysisTechnology Scouting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsPersuasivenessIntercultural CompetenceHigh Resilience

Industry Keywords

Electronics IndustryOEMTier 1Technical WorkshopsTrade Shows

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactive market development in both national and international markets
Strategic OEM and key account management to sustainably build customer relationships
Leadership of international project teams, management of product implementations, and solution-oriented troubleshooting
Conducting thorough market and competitive analyses (Competitive Intelligence) as well as technology scouting
Planning and executing targeted sales activities with international end customers (OEMs / Tier 1) through roadshows, trade show appearances, and technical workshops

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree (FH / university) in Surface Technology, Chemistry, or Materials Science
Professional experience in the electronics industry or its suppliers, ideally in sales, product management, or coating technologies
Strong sense for market opportunities and a pronounced customer- and sales-orientation in a technical environment
Confident presence, persuasiveness, and excellent communication skills
High resilience, willingness to travel internationally, and intercultural competence
Very good command of English, both written and spoken

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent support for your personal and professional development
A responsible and varied role as well as attractive compensation