Area Sales Manager, WU - Groundwater and Irrigation

Are you passionate about sustainable water solutions and ready to drive growth in the groundwater and irrigation market? Then join our mission to pioneer smarter water solutions that reduce energy use and improve lives.

As our new Area Sales Manager, Groundwater & Irrigation, you'll be developing and executing sales strategies across groundwater and irrigation sectors that secure profitable business and strengthen Grundfos's position as a trusted partner in water technology. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

As a key part of the Water Utility Sales team, you'll create impact by building strong customer relationships and delivering tailored pumping solutions that help communities and industries access water sustainably.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute business plans to achieve and exceed sales targets within your designated geographical area
• Build and maintain relationships with end users, contractors, consultants, distributors and other key stakeholders to maximise sales opportunities
• Manage and maintain the opportunity pipeline (C4C) and business plan in line with local guidelines, supporting finance with customer outstanding balances
• Develop end-user, contractor and distributor competencies through technical guidance and product knowledge sharing
• Create and implement sales strategies and action plans tailored to the groundwater and irrigation market in your region
• Ensure adherence to sales policies, procedures and systems to maintain full compliance

Above all, you're a commercially driven professional with a technical mindset, strong relationship-building skills and a solid understanding of water abstraction and irrigation markets. We'd also imagine that you are/have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in pumps, water engineering or environmental engineering
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience in water process products or related industries
• Familiarity with water abstraction and irrigation markets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP CRM

It's a plus if you also have:

• Experience with controls and automation equipment used in UK borehole and irrigation sectors
• Knowledge of pumping and associated equipment within the UK borehole and irrigation sectors
• Technical or engineering background

Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering.
• On-demand training and structured development programmes to support your growth.

Valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our commitment to a safe and compliant hiring process, final candidates may be required to undergo a background check, subject to applicable local laws and regulations.

Join Grundfos, apply today!