Develop and implement a business development strategy focused on profitable growth and long-term sustainability
Identify, approach, and acquire new customers in target industries and markets (focus on railway industry)
Drive market expansion initiatives and penetrate new market segments
Develop and execute sales plans aligned with volume, revenue, and budget targets
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify new sales opportunities
Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, delivery terms, payment conditions, and contractual agreements
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key customers and strategic partners
Diversify the company’s portfolio into new profitable business segments
Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to align customer requirements with technical capabilities
Provide regular reporting, business analysis, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management
Represent the company at customer meetings, industry events, and trade fairs
Support global sales initiatives and cooperate with sister companies within the group where applicable
Employee perks, benefits
Opportunity to play a key strategic role in the company’s growth strategy and to shape the future commercial direction of a stable and growing mechanical engineering company
Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives
Company car also for private use
International exposure and cooperation within a global group structure
Flexible working conditions reflecting the nature of business development activities
Requirements for the employee
Minimum education required
University education (Bachelor's degree)
Language skills
English - Upper intermediate (B2) or German - Upper intermediate (B2)
Driving licence
B
Personality requirements and skills
University degree in Business, Engineering, or a related
Minimum 5 years of experience in business development or technical sales within a mechanical engineering or industrial manufacturing environment
Proven track record of acquiring new customers and developing new business opportunities
Experience in international markets
Strong commercial and negotiation skills
Ability to understand technical drawings, manufacturing processes, and engineering solutions
Strategic thinking with strong analytical capabilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Results-oriented with strong drive and ownership mindset
Fluent English or German
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Brief description of the company
SAG is a leading producer of aluminium tank systems for trucks, high-quality aluminium components and special parts for the special products, commercial vehicle and railway industries as well as a producer of innovative cryogenic tank solutions for alternative fuels.
