Join a global team in a dynamic environment committed to taking action and contributing to a sustainable future and a circular economy.
Sukano is a world leader in developing and producing additive and color masterbatches and compounds for polyester, bioplastics, and engineering resins. The company is driven by expertise and focuses its technical knowledge on developing innovative products and services that serve in Packaging, Healthcare, Consumer Durables, Building and Constructions, and Textiles.
Headquartered in Switzerland, it is a family-owned business with a global distribution network and production facilities in Europe, the Middle East & Africa, the Americas, and Asia Pacific.
We are looking for an Account Manager (m/f/d) to join our sales team at our headquarters in Schindellegi, SZ, starting immediately or by agreement.
Key responsibilities
Compile budget for existing customers and growth opportunities in the respective area of responsibility
Execute annual sales targets and strategies in the assigned sales area
Develop and maintain a project pipeline using CRM and ERP systems
Convert leads into new business and maintain existing customer relationships in line with budget targets
Analyze customer and product performance, as well as market trends
Monitor customer orders in coordination with the Customer Service department
Report customer complaints and ensure resolution with clients
Manage sample requests based on project opportunities
Indirect management of customers through business partners
Monitor competitor activities and report insights to the sales team
Plan monthly travel for customer visits, conferences, and business meetings to align with priorities and the annual budget
Represent the company at conferences and congresses, either as attendee or presenter
Requirements
Degree in Business, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Plastics Processing
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a European environment, preferably in the plastics industry, and/or masterbatches and compounds, plastics converters, or plastics machinery markets
Proven ability to manage and grow customer relationships, execute commercial strategies, and acquire new customers
Ability to work in cross-functional teams
Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills
Openness to frequent business travels, a minimum of 50% availability is required
Spoken and written fluency in English. Additional languages lire French and Spanish are welcome but not decisive
What Sukano offers
Professional and friendly work environment
Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
Detailed onboarding program and personalized training opportunities
Dynamic and international work environment
Work that makes a valuable and impactful contribution to the environment
Open work culture and diverse workforce in a family-like atmosphere
Highly motivated and successful team guided by expertise
At Sukano, we believe that a brighter future is built on diversity. We’re proud to offer equal employment opportunities and to be an affirmative action employer.
We are looking forward to receiving your full application and documents online or by email.
Send us your application today!
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