KONE

Salesperson - New Business Solutions (NBS)

In short

A fixed-term (15-month maternity cover) sales role at KONE in Athens, managing customer relationships and closing deals for elevator and escalator New Business Solutions. The company is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry. It requires at least 2 years of proven sales experience including negotiations, tendering and after-sales, plus the ability to read AutoCAD technical drawings and proficiency in English. Willingness to travel for business and a target-driven attitude are expected; a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is a plus.

Salesperson - New Business Solutions (Elevators & Escalators)
Maternity cover, fixed-term contract - 15 months
Why KONE?
At KONE, we're passionate about improving urban life. We believe in creating smarter, more sustainable solutions for our customers and the communities we serve. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we strive to make our cities safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable for everyone.
Role Overview
As a Salesperson for New Business Solutions, you will proactively manage customer relationships, generate opportunities with current and new customers, and close deals that maximize KONE's order book and profitability. Your goal will be to drive sales growth through innovative and strategic sales tactics.
Key Responsibilities
•Relationship building and management: building and keeping relationships with the clients under your responsibility.
•Strategic Development: Enhance KONE's market position within your customer base.
•Lead Generation: Identify and communicate leads and sales opportunities to the KONE sales team.
•Customer Satisfaction: Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and address complaints effectively.
•Data Management: Document customer and contact information and maintain accurate customer data.
•Sales Targets: Meet sales budgets and pricing targets by managing leads, opportunities, orders, and contracts.
•Order Validation: Ensure orders from customers align with negotiation outcomes, including terms, conditions, quality, and safety.
•Project Handover: Provide complete and accurate information for project handovers to installation, maintenance, and engineering teams.
•Reporting: Maintain detailed information on opportunities, tasks, and visits, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
What We're Looking For
•Target-driven attitude, a University Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is an asset.
•Proven experience in customer contacts, presentations, negotiations, closing deals, tendering processes, and after-sales activities (minimum 2 years).
•Basic knowledge of contractual and financial terms.
•Ability to read technical drawings, including AutoCAD drawings.
•Proficiency in English and IT skills.
•Strong understanding of product sales.
•Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel for business.
Benefits
•Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a package that rewards your hard work.
•Company car, mobile phone and laptop
•Be part of a diverse and skilled team that collaborates across borders.
•Great Workplace Environment: Benefit from our supportive and inclusive culture.
•KONE Trainings: Access various training programs to enhance your skills.
•Promotion Based on Performance: Advance your career through transparent and merit-based evaluations.
•Coaching and Mentoring: Receive guidance and support to grow professionally
Apply now or have a confidential conversation with Mirtill Ujvári-Ring at [email protected].

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