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The Sales Manager is responsible for managing and driving sales growth within key accounts and distribution channels for Installed base. The role focuses on identifying and nurturing relationships with strategic customers, offering tailored service solutions, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The individual will collaborate with internal departments and implement strategies to grow the service sales portfolio in key accounts and distribution channels.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts to ensure customer retention and loyalty
Understand customer needs and provide tailored service solutions to address them
Identify new business opportunities and areas for expanding service offerings within key accounts
Coordinate with internal teams to deliver excellent service and product support to key customers
Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve any issues or concerns promptly
Manage and grow the distribution network by establishing strong relationships with partners
Collaborate with Channel Partners to ensure alignment with sales targets, pricing, and promotional activities
Train and support distributors on service offerings, sales techniques, and product updates
Monitor distributor performance and work on strategies to enhance sales within distribution channels
Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape to identify new growth opportunities
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements to ensure profitability
Work closely with Customer Support, Service Operations and Customer Success team to deliver integrated service solutions
Hands on experience on CRM tool for opportunity management
Provide regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and customer feedback to senior management
Track and report on service sales metrics, identifying areas of improvement and recommending corrective actions
Monitor competitor activities and industry trends to stay ahead in the market
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through post-sales support and follow-up services
Address customer complaints or service-related issues promptly and professionally
Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling services to existing customers
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
7-9 years of experience in sales, service management, or account management
Strong understanding of key account management and distribution business models
Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies and meet targets
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work cross-functionally and lead teams effectively
Proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant sales tools
Willingness to travel as needed to meet with key accounts and Channel Partners
Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
Strong analytical and financial acumen
Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
Customer-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality service
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing market conditions
Nice to have:
MBA would be added advantage
What we offer:
We offer you an interesting and challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value for our customers
Exciting place to build a global network with different nationalities to mingle and to learn
Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success, you will be learning new things every day