Area Sales Manager Europe – Toolholders 100% (m/f/d)

SUHNER is a globally active technology company and a flexible manufacturer of complete solutions tailored to the needs of customers in the metalworking industry. With our expertise in tooling and metal processing solutions, we support machine tool manufacturers, distributors, and end users in achieving higher productivity and efficiency. To strengthen and further develop our European market presence, we are looking for a Area Sales Manager Europe – Toolholders who will play a key role in expanding our distribution network and strengthening partnerships with machine tool manufacturers and distributors. Area Sales Manager Europe - Toolholders 100% (m/f/d) Your Challenge Managing and developing relationships with distributors, OEM partners, and key end customers across Europe, acting as a trusted technical and commercial advisorActively acquiring and developing new distribution partners and strategic customers in the European marketSupporting the implementation of SUHNER’s OEM strategy, with an initial focus on strengthening partnership with existing OEM platforms and their distribution networksProviding technical sales support to distributors and customers, including quotations, application discussions, and clarification of technical requirementsTraining and enabling distributor sales teams to build technical knowledge and increase their independence in promoting and selling SUHNER solutionsEnsuring strong product visibility within the market by supporting showroom installations, open houses, exhibitions, and joint customer events with distributors and OEM partnersManaging project quotations and supporting the entire sales process from opportunity identification to order closureMonitoring market developments and customer needs to identify growth opportunities and support strategic decisions Your Profile A technical background in mechanical engineering, machining, or manufacturing technology combined with commercial experienceProven experience in technical sales within the machining, cutting tools, or toolholder industryExperience working with machine tool manufacturers, distributors, or industrial end users in the metalworking sectorStrong ability to explain technical solutions and support partners in developing application-based opportunitiesExcellent communication and negotiation skillsFluent English and German; additional languages such as Italian or French are an advantageConfident use of MS Office; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is beneficialHigh level of independence, initiative, and willingness to travel internationally (50%-60%) Your Future at SUHNER A challenging and dynamic position with a high level of responsibility and autonomyThe opportunity to actively contribute to the development and growth of the European marketClose collaboration with an experienced international teamSupport from our internal sales teams in Switzerland and ItalyThe place of work is in Switzerland and involves travelA company car also available for private useCompetitive compensation including a 13th salary and performance-related bonus Your Application We look forward to receiving your complete application documents by email at jobs@suhner.com