Do you want to contribute to a rapidly expanding business unit in a solid organization, concentrated on developing and marketing break-through crane technology for the on- and offshore wind marked in the role as Sales Manager?

Did you know that the wind marked is expected to account for approximately 30% of the world electricity by 2050? A significant number of wind turbines will be installed over the next 25 years. The KenzFigee Up-Tower Wind solutions are unique and support our customers to perform major component exchanges on wind turbines more cost effective while lowering their carbon footprint.

Who are we?

KenzFigee is a well-established lifting, handling, and service specialist of high-end cranes and equipment for the marine, offshore and wind energy industry.  From engineering to service and maintenance: we keep the entire process in our own hands. We are an internationally oriented company; our customers can be found all over the world.

Ready to join our team?

Our people form the core of our success. With a team of around ninety professionals, we operate from our office and workshop in Zaandam (and remotely in Pernis). This offers the opportunity to experience the entire process up close, from designing to building the cranes and equipment. This also ensures an ultimate collaboration because it is possible to act quickly between all departments. A company with a drive; innovation is in our genes. Our people form the core of our success, with your experience and enthusiasm you lift our products to a higher level.

You will be responsible for generating leads and obtaining orders for the business unit Up-Tower Wind. You will actively visit (potential) customers, tradeshows, and conferences, to be an active market player, achieve the set sales targets, and build long term relationships. As Sales Manager you engage closely with the KenzFigee team and other stakeholders to develop winning proposals.

Your tasks include:

• Building long term relationships with (potential) customers;
• Generating sales leads and obtaining orders;
• Be the contact person from sales lead to order, while actively communicating with (potential) customers and the KenzFigee team;
• Registering customer, technical, market, and commercial data as input for effective marketing and the overall company strategy;
• Negotiate contracts with customers, within the budgetary, technical, operational, and terms limits established by the company;
• Position KenzFigee as the preferred supplier of Up-Tower Wind solutions;
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating risks during the sales process. Amongst others by staying up-to date on technical, operational, and supply-chain developments.
• Upon signing of the contract, preparing and coordinating the handover from Sales to Operations.

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics or similar
• Experience in sales or coordinating customer accounts, ideally within a comparable market
• A good knowledge and experience of working with contracts
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Wind Industry or experience in the cranes (mechanical engineering) or similar business sectors
• Technical affinity and understanding
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• English - high level orally and written, ideally also Dutch

At KenzFigee we know how to appreciate craftsmanship and initiative. You get an independent job, with a lot of responsibility and freedom. Within the company you experience a collegial, informal atmosphere that encourages you to get everything out of yourself.

What we also offer:

• A challenging job where not one day is the same;
• Enough space for your personal development and ambitions;
• A flexible work schedule that allows you to start every day between 7:00 AM and 9:00  AM;
• You can also count on Friday afternoon drinks and regular outings organized by our staff association.

More information about this job?

Contact Denise Huls, HR Business Partner:

+31 (0)6 25010741

More information about KenzFigee can be found at: https://www.kenz-figee.com/

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