We are seeking a Sales Engineer to spearhead SICK’s semiconductor automation initiatives. This position involves a balanced focus on developing long-term business opportunities within the semiconductor sector and engaging in customer-facing sales activities. The role is based in The Netherlands, requiring regular travel throughout Europe and occasional trips to Asia for customer engagement and industry collaboration. You will have the chance to work with a global network of semiconductor and automation experts while contributing to SICK's growth.

Verantwoordelijkheden

• Sales & Account Development: Drive business growth by meeting and exceeding sales targets and key performance indicators for selected customer accounts. Develop and manage key accounts, ensuring structured follow-up and transparent communication. Work with direct and indirect sales channels, applying consultative selling methods and managing transactional sales activities as needed.

• Business Development & Market Development: Execute sales and business development strategies for your semiconductor customer portfolio. Identify new business opportunities and create compelling value propositions to support commercial negotiations. Build market transparency in the semiconductor industry, focusing on customer structures and application needs, particularly in Asia. Analyze market trends and customer needs to uncover growth opportunities.

• Application & Portfolio Development: Identify customer application requirements and translate them into suitable SICK solutions. Promote the relevant SICK product portfolio and support the goal of positioning SICK solutions in customer specifications. Collaborate closely with Product Management, Marketing, and Technical Support to deliver optimal solutions.

• Collaboration & Community Leadership: Act as a global team player, contributing to transparent communication with business centers and industry management. Support and lead the SICK Asia semiconductor community to connect local insights with global strategy. Work proactively across sales, product, and technical teams to align customer needs with SICK’s automation offerings.

Profiel

Ervaring: Approximately 5–10 years in the semiconductor industry, with experience in technical sales within industrial automation. A proven track record in developing business with end customers, OEMs, and system integrators throughout the sales cycle.

Vaardigheden & Competenties: Strong hunter mentality with a focus on identifying and developing new business opportunities. Excellent customer focus, results orientation, and analytical thinking. Proficient in consultative selling, with the ability to lead negotiations and communicate effectively with C-level executives. Strong English communication skills for meetings and presentations. Willingness to travel within Europe and occasionally to Asia.

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