SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - AMERICAS

Tekna is a dynamic and growing technology company seeking a Sales & Business Development Manager for the Americas. The role involves overseeing the development and growth of profitable new businesses for the sale of equipment and powders, ensuring sales growth through effective management of business development activities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor business for Americas (current and new markets), as well as other territories when required
• Produce relevant reporting within the time allotted by the company
• Regularly update all sales and business development monitoring tools (CRM, ERP, Market Studies, Strategic Business Initiatives, etc.)
• Ensure business development, promotion, and effective promotional planning
• Support and help implement operational improvements
• Prepare, present, and maintain sales budgets
• Maintain and develop Tekna's organizational culture, values, and reputation in the markets and with its employees, customers, and suppliers
• Be proactive and propose solutions when facing challenges or potential problems
• Ensure customer service excellence at all times (service, deadlines, availability, responsiveness)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in engineering physics, chemical, mechanical or other related field
• Autonomous, organized, motivated and result-oriented person
• Is able to build strong business relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills in communication and problem solving
• Demonstrates positive leadership and team spirit
• Excellent ability to work in a constantly evolving structure
• Good knowledge with OS and MS Office
• Proficiency in English (essential)
• Ability to travel (North America) more than 30% of the time
• Knowledge and experience in plasma, materials and powder industry (an asset)
• Proficiency in French (an asset)