Area Sales Manager - Food & Beverage

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: At a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family- owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees in more than 30 countries and sees them all as individuals? In a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion?Did you answer "Yes" three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance.RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for sales growth and achievement of annual sales and profit goals within Core Industries in a specific geographyComplete and implement Account and Territory plans and provide accurate and timely forecasting informationPrepare presentations and proposals of the Burkert portfolio of products to be used for on-site presentations and sales callsEmploy a combination of strategies to successfully acquire new customers as well as deepen existing customer relationshipsAssist in Driving the specifications of Burkert Solutions at: OEMs, A&E firms, Integrators and End UsersEffectively communicate with sales team and cross-functional colleagues to achieve a desired business purposeCoordinate marketing efforts with the Marketing Team and Core Industry Managers including new product launches, trade shows, web tools, and other sales and marketing activities.Identify new opportunities within the Food & Beverage Core IndustriesInput sales activities and data into CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), and achieve defined CRM KPIs regarding opportunity pipeline and visit reportsAdhere to published expense policy and expense budgetsCommunicate effectively and directly with Team Manager, Core Industry Manager and Corporate Key Account Managers (when applicable)Support customers and Burkert distributors in your area in their business development efforts by providing training, technical assistance, and information to assist them in implementing their local business strategyCoordinate with the Core Industry Manager to conduct training at customer sitesThis job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.*REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.50% or higher depending on region, expectation is to travel as much as necessary to support your customers.Education and Experience:* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent certified completed technical training courses* 5+ years of sales and technical experience in the specific market requiredSkills:Strong customer focus and attention to detailDay-to-day work activities are prioritized appropriately within work routinesExcellent oral, written, and communication skillsAble to work closely within a team as well as contribute individuallyAbility and motivation to self-train for continued growthIn return, we offer you exciting and challenging responsibilities, diverse perspectives with a high degree of individual freedom and a corporate culture that encourages you to use it.Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application.