GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams, and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
The Business Manager – Environmental Sales drives new machine sales within the Separation portfolio, contributing to market growth, operational planning, and product innovation. This role focuses on developing opportunities in the wastewater sector and driving growth within the Midlands and North regions.
Your responsibilities and tasks:
Market Development & Sales Strategy Develop sales in key market areas with a focus on the Midlands and North. Identify growth opportunities in the wastewater sector and adjacent markets. Define and implement sales strategies to expand market reach while maintaining margins. Develop and prioritise regional and global sales initiatives aligned with corporate goals. Customer & Project Management Build and maintain strong customer relationships, including with key accounts. Collaborate with project teams during and after the sales phase and assist with contract negotiations. Provide accurate CRM reporting, forecasting, and maintain detailed sales records. Operational Support & Innovation Support marketing efforts, including attending exhibitions and conferences. Contribute to product development and innovation projects. Assist sales administration with order processing and project handovers. Partner with service sales engineers and cross-divisional teams to identify and capitalise on cross-selling opportunities. Work closely with the environmental team to expand the market for innovative products and solutions such as biogas, wastewater technologies, and agricultural applications. Environmental Business Focus: Target key opportunities in water companies, biogas installations, and industrial wastewater sectors. Collaborate with the Farm Technologies division to enhance the agricultural market. Conduct market research for innovative products and support testing and trials. Your profile and qualifications:
Degree in a related field or equivalent experience in sales, ideally within the wastewater sector. Strong sales acumen with experience in negotiation, contracting, and customer relationship management. Proficient in CRM tools and Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated success in driving growth and managing accounts in the Midlands and North regions. Team player with excellent communication and networking skills. Customer-oriented and able to engage effectively at all levels. GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified. Join a top employer
GEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability. A world of opportunities
We’re a global industrial engineering company and one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world. GEA’s heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries. Stay in touch with GEA innovations and stories by signing up for news from GEA.
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Market Development & Sales Strategy Develop sales in key market areas with a focus on the Midlands and North. Identify growth opportunities in the wastewater sector and adjacent markets. Define and implement sales strategies to expand market reach while maintaining margins. Develop and prioritise regional and global sales initiatives aligned with corporate goals. Customer & Project Management Build and maintain strong customer relationships, including with key accounts. Collaborate with project teams during and after the sales phase and assist with contract negotiations. Provide accurate CRM reporting, forecasting, and maintain detailed sales records. Operational Support & Innovation Support marketing efforts, including attending exhibitions and conferences. Contribute to product development and innovation projects. Assist sales administration with order processing and project handovers. Partner with service sales engineers and cross-divisional teams to identify and capitalise on cross-selling opportunities. Work closely with the environmental team to expand the market for innovative products and solutions such as biogas, wastewater technologies, and agricultural applications. Environmental Business Focus: Target key opportunities in water companies, biogas installations, and industrial wastewater sectors. Collaborate with the Farm Technologies division to enhance the agricultural market. Conduct market research for innovative products and support testing and trials. Your profile and qualifications:
Degree in a related field or equivalent experience in sales, ideally within the wastewater sector. Strong sales acumen with experience in negotiation, contracting, and customer relationship management. Proficient in CRM tools and Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated success in driving growth and managing accounts in the Midlands and North regions. Team player with excellent communication and networking skills. Customer-oriented and able to engage effectively at all levels. GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified. Join a top employer
GEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability. A world of opportunities
We’re a global industrial engineering company and one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world. GEA’s heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries. Stay in touch with GEA innovations and stories by signing up for news from GEA.
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