Sales Manager – Indirect & Transactional Sales | Water Treatment Industry
Employer · Veolia Environnement SA
Technical sales representative
Sales and marketing manager
Sales representativeFlexibleFull-timeBudapest
This role sits within Veolia's Indirect and Transactional (I&T) division and carries direct responsibility for developing and managing distribution channels across CEE region. You will focus on Veolia's core technology portfolio including ultrafiltration, spiral wound membranes, ED/EDI/EDR, filters, and standard systems.
Tasks
- Develop and oversee growth strategies across markets and customer segments, with a focus on industrial applications and competitor retrofit opportunities
- Identify, qualify, and onboard new channel partners, distributors, resellers, and OEMs
- Take full responsibility for meeting and exceeding operating plan targets
- Support channel partners in their daily operations, providing commercial and technical guidance
- Apply Veolia's broader product and service portfolio to address customer challenges creatively and effectively
- Maintain a consistent focus on internal and external compliance
- Participate in operational rhythms and reporting processes that support regional growth and business planning
- Build and manage strategic accounts, developing executive-level relationships and long-term client loyalty
- Manage the complete sales process including lead generation, opportunity qualification, forecasting, and deal closure
- Act as the primary client liaison in warranty claims that require negotiation and problem resolution
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional Commercial and Engineering Teams
Conditions & benefits
Meaningful WorkValue-creating challenges within a successful, environmentally conscious companyFinancial PerksCafeteria allowance, birthday bonus, and employee referral rewardHealth & WellbeingMedicare private health insurance, life insurance, and access to medical screening testsEmployee Support ProgramConfidential legal, psychological, and health counselling whenever you need itFamily-Friendly BenefitsDedicated family support, including start-of-school assistanceGrowth & DevelopmentRegular training opportunities to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forwardFlexibilityHome office opportunity to help you balance work and personal lifeStabilityA safe, long-term workplace
Requirements
- Experience in the water treatment industry, with a strong preference for hands-on knowledge of ultrafiltration, MBR, EDI, and reverse osmosis
- Commercial experience with a clear understanding of market conditions and dynamics within the water treatment sector
- Background in planning and executing sales campaigns with measurable outcomes
- In-depth expertise in ultrafiltration; knowledge of additional water treatment technologies is advantageous
- Experience in channel partner management, including distributors, resellers, and OEMs
- Marketing and/or business development experience is desirable
- Able to manage and influence stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Ability to work across cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Fluency in both English and Hungarian/Romanian, written and spoken, to a professional standard
- Willingness and ability to travel as required
- A degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent industry experience