Sales Manager

Vard Electro is expanding into new markets as we are developing new advanced products to bring the future onboard. We are hiring the right person to strengthen our sales capacity and competence, and are looking for candidates with international experience in sales of maritime electrical systems and products.

This position holds lots of opportunities for the right person. You will be traveling globally and be responsible for your own market and clients. As an important part of our sales team you will be responsible for your own customer portfolio, leading the sales process from initial contact with customer until signed contract and hand over to our strong Vard Electro project team.

Sales Manager reports to Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.

So – what are your skills?

Duties and responsibilities

• Participate in creating and follow up Sales & Marketing plan for both the employee and the company
• Visit customers worldwide, follow up leads and attend exhibitions and conferences
• Create calculations, quotations, and technical specifications for the sales opportunities
• Provide input on Specifications and feedback to our Product Managers
• Issue contract documentation and negotiate with customers

Qualifications

• Higher education as Technical school or bachelors degree
• Extensive experience with maritime electrical systems is an advantage
• Experience from international Sales and Customer relations
• Good skills in Office programs
• Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and oral

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

Personal qualities

• Positive by nature
• Strong commercial- and negotiating skills
• Enjoy working with customers over time
• Ability to both work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, with the ability to both plan and implement strategic actions
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Our commitment to you

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Occupational health service
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!