GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company. The Service Sales Area manager serves customers by selling service products and meeting customer needs, in the geographical area of responsibility (WEMEA). He or she serves existing accounts, obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential sales outlets and other trade factors.He/she maintain the customer relationship, ensures customer satisfaction and budget achievement.The Service Area Manager will report to the Head of Service Sales Filling & Packaging and will be part of the team Global Service Support Filling & Packaging. Your responsibilities and tasks: Sell to existing and potential direct accounts as well as provide sales support to local branches/distribution partners in the Area of responsibility Answer and respond to customer inquiries, needs and requirements Resolve and troubleshoot complex sales and services issues of customers Direct and oversee sales policies, objectives and initiatives of the organization in the Area of responsibility. Set short- and long-term sales strategies in the Area and evaluate effectiveness of current sales programs. Recommend product or service enhancements to improve customer satisfaction and sales potential Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for the Area of responsibility; projecting expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products Determine annual sales plans in cooperation with Head of Service Sales by implementing the best marketing strategies, analyzing trends and results Coordinate and support local branches to define best route to market and implement national sales programs by developing field sales action plans Responsible for the implementation of sales supporting tools and concepts developed for service in his/her areas of responsibility Contribute on service portfolio development of Global Service Support Filling & Packaging Maintain sales volume, product mix and selling price by keeping current with supply and demand, changing trends, economic indicators and competitors Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies Plan to ensure achievement of divisional and personal target, aligning with company sales policies and strategies Manage, develop, coach and motivate the local branches sales force to develop their skill to ensure that a high professional standard is achieved Provide on-the-ground support to local branches sales force as they generate leads and close new deals Meet with customers to discuss their evolving needs and to assess the quality of our company's relationship with them Continually develop knowledge of the business climate, applications and competition for his/her defined geography and accounts Continually assess current business distribution channels, develop and evaluate their performance and manage conflict ensuring alignment with territory plans Your profile and qualifications: Mechanical/technical background ( aseptic filling/process business knowledge is preferred) Previous experience in similar role is preferred Excellent knowledge of English and Italian language (min. C1) Fluent in Spanish, French or Arab (would be much appreciated) Willingness to travel up to 15 days a month GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified. GEA careers Join a top employer GEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability. GEA careers A world of opportunities We're a global industrial engineering company and one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world. GEA's heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries. Stay in touch with GEA innovations and stories by signing up for news from GEA. We are here to help! With just a few details we will be able to respond to your inquiry. GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally. GEA is listed in the German MDAX and the STOXX Europe 600 Index and is also among the companies comprising the DAX 50 ESG and MSCI Global Sustainability Indices. #J-18808-Ljbffr