GEA Group
Product Sales Manager (Marination)
GEA GroupNetherlands1 day ago
Full-timeSales, Business Development
The Business Unit Food Processing and Packaging (FPP) provides leading processing technology for the poultry, meat, fish, vegetarian and meat replacement markets. Our portfolio solutions include both standalone as well as fully automated lines, which can be complimented with partner products and our own packaging solutions. Within the BU FPP, GEA Food Solutions Bakel B.V., we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Product Sales Manager (Marination) to join our team and take ownership of sales performance within the further processing machinery segment.

Responsibilities / Tasks

Are you a natural dealmaker with a passion for driving growth?

We’re looking for a dynamic Product Sales Manager (PSM) to spearhead sales of GEA’s Marination machinery and related product range. In this pivotal role, you will identify and develop new business opportunities, guide country sales teams, and directly engage with customers to secure high-value projects across your territory.

Your Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Drive sales by converting leads into opportunities, delivering demos, quotes, and tailored solutions, and managing customer relationships to close deals in alignment with R&C teams.
  • Target key applications and segments with compelling value propositions; provide market insights and competitor analysis to refine GEA’s portfolio.
  • Develop and execute country-specific sales plans, drive quarterly targets, and collaborate with R&C offices for strategic alignment.
  • Serve as the central link between customers, R&C offices, and internal teams; ensure smooth project handovers and leverage the Technology Center for trials.
  • Track market trends and competitors, propose new applications or product enhancements, and represent GEA at industry events.
  • Evaluate RFQs, assess risks, and prepare competitive SAP SOH quotations while ensuring contract viability and supporting negotiations
  • Lead relationships with major global accounts, ensuring seamless service and uncovering opportunities for deeper partnerships.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities, provide feedback to Product Management, and support product innovation.

Your Profile / Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (HBO level or equivalent) in a technical or commercial field.
  • Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience in machinery manufacturing, ideally within food processing.
  • Strong technical knowledge and consultative selling expertise.
  • Proven success in international sales and contract negotiation.
  • Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch; German, French, or Spanish is an advantage.
  • High commercial acumen, hunter mentality, and strategic thinking.
  • Flexibility to travel internationally as needed.

You Excel In

  • Building trust-based relationships with customers and partners.
  • Driving initiatives independently with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a real impact on a growing global business.
  • Join a collaborative and forward-thinking sales team.
  • Drive innovation in machinery and food processing technology.
  • Enjoy autonomy and ownership while working with top-tier clients.
  • Strategic problem-solving and market analysis.
  • Navigating complex, international sales environments.
  • Coordinating across teams to deliver end-to-end customer solutions.

Our Offer

  • Competitive salary and 8% holiday payment.
  • Possibility of travel allowance.
  • 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days based on full-time employment.
  • Participation pension fund (PMT).
  • Possibility of collective health insurance.
  • Possibility of working from home.
  • Compensation for your sports subscription.

What happens once your application is submitted?

You will receive an email when your application has been processed.

One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will review and verify if your application meets the qualifications of the role.

If your application has been successfully verified, you will be invited to a first interview either virtually or face-to-face.

Usually after the second/third interview round we will make a decision.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at any stage of your application.

Did we spark your interest?

Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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