Technical Sales and Project Manager (m/f/d)
Schaffhausen, Switzerland
At GF, we consider ourselves a pioneering leader in our industry. Since 1802, we have embraced innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that enrich people's lives globally.
GFPS International serves as the export sales division of GFPS for the EMEA region and Central Asia, managing markets without a local GF sales company. Our primary focus is on developing sales in emerging markets and nurturing them until a dedicated GF local sales company can operate successfully. Our work encompasses sales, business development, and project management across a wide range of piping system applications.
This role provides an outstanding opportunity for individuals who excel in a challenging international environment and possess a strong business growth mindset coupled with technical expertise. It allows you to lead high-impact projects, collaborate across borders, and drive service excellence, making it a dynamic and rewarding position.
Your Tasks
- Lead technical projects for piping systems in applications such as desalination, water treatment, and chemical processing.
- Coordinate with internal experts and external stakeholders, including suppliers, engineering firms, and EPCs, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Enhance and stabilize service levels by providing efficient, high-quality technical support to distributors, area sales managers, and internal sales teams.
- Oversee the timely preparation and management of technical quotations.
- Drive sales growth in automation and measurement solutions.
- Identify knowledge gaps and proactively organize relevant training sessions for our distributors and customers.
- Monitor and report project status, progress, and challenges to management and team members.
Your Profile
- Technical qualification combined with a business-relevant background.
- Several years of experience in a comparable international role (e.g., sales, project management, technical support).
- Strong business acumen and a proactive mindset to contribute to GF's growth in selected applications.
- A customer-centric approach with an ability to translate technical and economic requirements into viable solutions.
- A well-organized and motivated team player.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills; fluency in English is required. Proficiency in German and other languages is advantageous.
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 30%.
Benefits
- Clear vision and purpose: Our vision is to be a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value, guiding us in our daily work.
- Sustainability and innovation focus: We have ambitious sustainability and innovation goals. Together, we can work towards a sustainable future.
- Excellent learning tools: At GF, we offer development opportunities for everyone through global learning tools, training, and specialized courses.
- Great career opportunities: As a global company, GF provides numerous career growth opportunities, including a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
- Flexible working conditions: Where possible, we provide flexible working hours and the option to work remotely.
- Very attractive pension scheme: GF offers all employees an excellent pension plan.
- Employee Counseling: Our independent employee counseling service is available to all staff for both personal and professional concerns.
- Family Time: GF guarantees expectant mothers a comparable job upon taking up to a year off, in addition to providing paid leave for fathers and mothers.
Your Contact
Moritz Nauer
+41 52 547 11 40
Amsler-Laffon-Strasse 9
8201 Schaffhausen
Switzerland
Georg Fischer Rohrleitungssysteme (Schweiz) AG, Schaffhausen
Who We Are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems, enabling the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions, and a culture based on performance, learning, and caring.
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