Automotive And Tier One Sales

Company Description Technymon – Global Bearing Technologies was founded in 1975 as a family-owned company specializing in sliding bearings in Lombardy (Bergamo), Northern Italy. Over more than four decades, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation, product development, and technical excellence in principal markets worldwide. Technymon operates modern manufacturing facilities in Italy, India, and the USA, supported by a highly skilled technical team. Headquartered in Bergamo, in one of Italys most advanced industrial regions for PTFE and lubricant technologies, the company continuously invests in research and product improvement. Long-term partnerships with clients have enabled Technymon to develop a deep understanding of the sliding bearing industry and its evolving needs.

Role Description The Automotive and Tier One Sales role is a full-time, on-site position based in Hubli-Dharwad. The individual in this role will manage and grow sales to automotive OEMs and Tier One suppliers, including prospecting new customers, maintaining existing accounts, and driving revenue growth for Technymons sliding bearing solutions. Daily activities include preparing and delivering technical and commercial proposals, coordinating pricing and contract negotiations, and providing customers with product information and support in collaboration with the technical team. The role involves regular market analysis, monitoring competitor activity, and identifying new business opportunities in the automotive sector. The individual will also be responsible for accurate sales forecasting, CRM updates, and close coordination with manufacturing, logistics, and finance to ensure on-time delivery and high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong background in automotive sales, preferably with experience selling to OEMs and Tier One suppliers, and solid understanding of automotive supply chains.
• Knowledge of industrial or mechanical components (bearings, PTFE or lubricant technologies, precision engineered parts) and ability to interpret basic technical drawings or specifications.
• Proven skills in business development, account management, and customer relationship management, including negotiation and contract handling.
• Comfort with using CRM tools, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and basic data analysis for sales reporting and forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in relevant regional languages is an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site, travel to customer locations as needed, and collaborate effectively with technical, production, and logistics teams.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent professional experience in automotive or industrial sales will also be considered.
• Prior experience in international or multi-plant manufacturing environments and familiarity with quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO) is beneficial.