From Mar Recruitment, a recruitment consultancy specialized in the maritime sector, we are seeking an experienced Technical Sales Manager to lead operations in Southern Europe for a leading European engineering group specializing in innovative maritime solutions. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong technical background and established relationships within the shipbuilding and marine sectors, who are ready to manage and grow the business in this strategically important region.
About the Company
Our client is a reputable European engineering organization with over 100 years of expertise in electrical and maritime engineering. As part of a major industrial group, the company focuses on delivering advanced propulsion and energy solutions for the marine industry, combining technical excellence with sustainability and innovation.
Role Overview
The Technical Sales Manager will be responsible for leading business development in Southern Europe and managing high-level relationships with key stakeholders across the marine and shipbuilding sectors. This position requires a strategic and technical approach to sales, leveraging your network, regional expertise, and industry knowledge to identify and secure business opportunities, while driving the company's growth in this strategically important region.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain relationships with shipowners, shipyards, and system integrators
* Identify, evaluate, and convert business opportunities in European and international markets
* Serve as a technical advisor, translating complex engineering solutions to client requirements
* Lead the complete sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation
* Collaborate closely with internal engineering and project teams
* Represent the company at industry events, technical conferences, and client meetings
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications:
* Technical background in electrical engineering, automation, or related disciplines
* Proven experience in technical sales within the marine or shipbuilding industry
* Established professional network among shipowners, shipyards, or integrators
* Ability to understand and communicate complex engineering solutions effectively
* Proficient in English
Desirable:
* Exposure to innovative or sustainable technologies in maritime
* International sales experience and cross-cultural collaboration
Professional Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
* Self-motivated, autonomous, and results-oriented
* Credible and influential when engaging with senior technical stakeholders
Location & Travel
* Remote role (based in Spain)
* Frequent international travel required
* Periodic visits to headquarters and production facilities.