Sales Support in Hamburg

GEA is a multinational engineering company and one of the largest suppliers in the world focused on advanced engineering technology processes for the food, beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, oil, and naval sectors, among many others.

In fact, we have more than 18 thousand employees worldwide and as a curious fact, 50% of beer production worldwide is made with our machinery.

Right now we are looking for our future Sales Support who will be located in our Bogota office.

• Your responsibilities and tasks
• Enter and manage sales and service orders in the SAP system.
• Maintain accurate records of quotes, orders, and sales activities in the CRM to facilitate tracking and reporting.
• Work closely with the sales team to ensure timely responses to customer requests and meet delivery deadlines.
• Support the sales team in CRM administration.
• Participate in team meetings and effectively communicate relevant information to all departments involved.
• Assist in resolving issues related to sales orders, deliveries, and invoicing, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.
• Analyze customer consumption patterns to identify upselling opportunities and additional sales strategies.

Your profile and qualifications

• Technical Knowledge: Ability to understand the technical aspects of GEA’s products and services, as well as the food industry in general.
• Sales

Skills: Proven experience and ability in closing sales and achieving business objectives.

Capability to identify sales opportunities and turn them into successful business deals.

• Effective

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and potentially other languages relevant to the target market.

Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate the benefits of GEA’s products and services.

• Customer
• Relationship

Management: Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and offering value-added solutions.

Proficiency in managing customer expectations effectively and ensuring their satisfaction.

• Autonomy and
• Organizational

Skills: Ability to work independently while efficiently managing time and tasks.

Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records of sales activities and meet established deadlines.

• Customer

Orientation: A client-focused mindset with a strong commitment to meeting their needs and exceeding expectations.

A proactive attitude to anticipate customer requirements and offer preventive and forward-thinking solutions.

• Strategic

Vision: Ability to understand the bigger market picture and develop effective sales strategies to drive business growth.

Skill in identifying new market opportunities and adapting quickly to changes in the competitive landscape.

• Problem

Solving: Aptitude for identifying and effectively resolving challenges and obstacles during the sales and customer service process.

Creativity in developing innovative solutions that meet customer needs and add value.

• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other team members, including engineers, service technicians, and support staff, to ensure successful delivery of projects and services to customers.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and SAP (preferred).
• About GEA

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.

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.

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors.

Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services.

Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability...

GEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability.

• GEA careers
• A world of opportunities

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.

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