Do you have great interest in top-notch technology as well as the drive and commitment to develop and deliver the best results? We are looking for Solution Sales Manager for Converting.

At Valmet you will have the chance to transform entire industries by offering a unique combination of technology, automation and service with sustainability as a key driver. Valmet is market leader in Pulp & Paper Automation solutions and has been successfully selling Valmet Automation solutions to Corrugators, Self-adhesive laminators, Barrier & Extrusion coaters, non-woven and molded fibers.

To enhance our Automation Systems’ growth towards these industries, we are looking for an experienced Solution Sales Manager.

As a Solution Sales Manager you are the key player to build on the existing references and develop our sales in these industries further. This position is for Central, South, East European countries. Valmet operates multiple Sales offices in this region, and we accept home-office contracts.

As a sales Manager you will have direct sales responsibility for your customers, supported by local Sales and Service teams. You will develop and execute strategic sales initiatives to target and acquire customers within the focus industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with existing and prospective customers and corporates to reach the sales targets.

• Utilize thorough market research to identify emerging business opportunities and stay abreast of industry trends and competitive activities.

• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to deliver top-notch technical support and customized solutions that meet and exceed customer expectations.

• Provide regular reports on sales activities, and to bring market insights and customer feedback to our product group and R&D in order to develop our industry specific winning concepts further.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Extensive background and proven experience in at least one of these industries Corrugators, Self-adhesive laminators, Barrier & Extrusion coaters.

• Strong sales mindset and ability to work with customers on many levels.

• Seasoned in working within a matrix organization, displaying exceptional adaptability and the capability to excel in an independent sales role.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with an excellent command of the English language (both spoken and written) being indispensable.

• Additional language skills for the countries in the designated territory is an advantage.

• Willingness to travel within the designated territory, with occasional support provided to other areas as required.

We offer: This position is a highly interesting and new role at Valmet. You will have a vast opportunity to make an impact by expanding our business to new customers and industries. Through your work you can bring the future to your customers, contribute to the success of the organization and find opportunities for personal development. On top of that you will be a part of a community characterized by its engagement and ambition for driving our business forward. We pay attention to creating an enjoyable and rewarding work environment. 

In addition, we offer you an attractive compensation package including comprehensive benefits, up-to-date work tools and a wide variety of different learning opportunities.

Additional information:

To be included in the recruiting process, please complete our on-line application form and send your CV in English as soon as possible but no later than April 17th. Note that we will proceed with interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified, already before the end of the application period.

Do you want to know more?

For further information about the position, please contact Christian Kallich, Director, Pulp & Paper Systems CSE East [email protected];  +43 6643002830

For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Wiktoria Miedzińska, Recruiter

[email protected]

Next Steps:

Your profile will be reviewed during December. If shortlisted, you will be invited to a preliminary online video interview. This will be followed by an initial interview with the hiring manager and possible online assessment. Finalists will be invited for a concluding interview.

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.

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