Project Manager – Anti-Friction Coatings / Low-Friction Coatings (f/m/d) presso Freudenberg

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Responsibilities:

• Responsible management of project management in the area of anti-friction coatings

• Strategic and operational responsibility for revenue development in the CNE region (DACH, BNL, Scandinavia)

• Development of a market roadmap including pricing strategy

• Market and competitor analysis in close cooperation with SurTec International product management

• Handling and implementation of sales projects in cooperation with sales managers and the Competence Center in Munich

• Execution of own projects as well as implementation of innovative project ideas

• Support of sales through targeted customer visits, sales tools, and technical/commercial consulting

• Multiplication of successful approaches within the SurTec group

• Representation of the SurTec group and the anti-friction coatings application field through presentations, technical articles, and association work

• Knowledge transfer within the German sales network

• Point of contact for Global Product Management (GPM)

• Representation of SurTec Deutschland GmbH at trade fairs and industry events

Qualifications:

• Completed engineering degree, ideally in mechanical engineering, coatings engineering, or chemical engineering; alternatively, technician or industrial foreman in mechanical engineering

• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience or practical experience in functional coatings gained during studies

• Knowledge in coatings and/or the screw industry is an advantage

• Entrepreneurial personality with a customer-oriented mindset

• Analytical thinking, independent and responsible working style

• Resilience, flexibility, teamwork skills, and determination

• Confident appearance, strong communication skills, and enjoyment of networking

• Solution-oriented working approach and perseverance

• Willingness to travel including overnight stays, and a valid driving license (Class B)

• Fluent German and English language skills

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); SAP knowledge is an advantage

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.