Assistant Manager - Sales

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

Our CERATIZIT sites in India are key production and sales locations — offering precision tools and services for the automotive, aerospace, electronics and engineering sectors, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.

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• Join a highly motivated team in India, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
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Tasks & Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and achieve targets across key industrial accounts.
• Identify new business opportunities and convert prospects into customers.
• Conduct technical presentations and tooling solution demonstrations.
• Work with Application Engineering teams to deliver optimized machining solutions.
• Develop and manage distributor and channel partner networks.
• Support channel partners in business development, order conversion, and inventory planning.
• Build strong relationships with customer production, purchase, quality, and management teams.
• Resolve customer concerns by coordinating with technical and service teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and prepare sales forecasts and business plans.

Profile Requirements

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of experience in CNC cutting tools, metal cutting, or industrial tooling sales.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC tooling, and manufacturing applications.
• Experience in handling industrial customers and key accounts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Experience in managing distributors and channel partners.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and sales reporting.
• Willingness to travel extensively for customer visits and business development activities.

What we Offer

• International collaboration in an innovative, fast-growing company.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Attractive compensation package based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work on advanced CNC cutting tool technologies and global customer projects.