Area Sales Manager (m/w/d) Europe - Inspection

Job DescriptionWith your contribution as Area Sales Manager (m/f/d) Europe for our inspection portfolio, you will play a key role in the success of our company:You will be responsible for the sales of our inspection portfolio within a defined European region and ensure the achievement of agreed revenue targets.You will manage and coordinate the entire sales cycle from initial inquiry to contract closing.With a strategic mindset, you will implement sales plans and proactively identify market opportunities and growth potential.Acquiring new customers within the target region and maintaining relationships with existing customers are core responsibilities.You will systematically qualify sales opportunities, prepare offers, and ensure the clear definition of technical and commercial requirements.You will work closely with the technical sales team and support teams in Japan.You will maintain opportunities in the CRM system and regularly report on the status of your pipeline.In addition, you will support trade fairs and sales events and provide market and customer feedback to product management.QualificationsYou hold a successfully completed degree in a technical or business-related field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering).You have several years of professional experience in the sales of capital goods, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical technology industry.Ideally, you already have experience with inspection systems or (pharmaceutical) process and filling equipment.You have a proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing complex sales cycles.Thanks to your strong technical understanding, you are able to interpret equipment specifications and customer requirements.You are confident in using MS Office and CRM systems.You are willing to travel within Europe (approximately 40–60%, depending on demand).With your excellent communication and negotiation skills, you are able to convince both customers and internal stakeholders.Working independently and managing multiple priorities across a large sales territory are part of your daily business.A high level of professionalism, customer orientation, and commercial awareness rounds off your profile.You are fluent in English; additional language skills such as German are an advantage.