Technical Sales Representative

Schmitter Hydraulik GmbH is a German company specialising in hydraulics and pneumatics.

Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.

In 2027, we will celebrate our 80th anniversary.

Over the decades, we have built our reputation on high-quality products, technical expertise and tailored customer advice.

We are looking for two Technical Sales Representatives to strengthen our presence in Belgium – one covering Flanders and the other Wallonia.

Technical Sales Representative (m/f/d) – Belgium
* Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers
* Identify and acquire new customers within your sales territory
* Independently manage your territory, focusing on hydraulics, pneumatics, air brake systems and low-pressure applications
* Visit customers regularly, with frequent travel and overnight stays as required
* Negotiate framework agreements in close cooperation with our internal sales team and sales management
* Monitor market trends and competitor activity, sharing relevant customer and market insights with internal teams
* Develop your sales territory in line with agreed sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
* A technical qualification, for example in mechanical or automotive engineering, or equivalent expertise gained through extensive professional experience
* Sound technical knowledge of hydraulics and a good understanding of hydraulic components and systems
* Experience in technical sales, ideally within the hydraulics industry
* An independent, organised and results-oriented approach to work
* Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a genuine interest in working directly with customers
* Confidence using standard IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
* Good German language skills for regular communication with our head office in Germany Additional language requirements depend on the sales territory:
* Flanders: Good command of Dutch and English
* Wallonia: Good command of French
* A permanent employment contract with a comprehensive induction programme
* Performance-related remuneration and modern work equipment
* A company car available for private use
* A high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to shape and develop your own sales territory
* A supportive working environment, short decision-making processes and direct contact with our head office in Germany Don't meet every requirement? If you have experience in technical sales or hydraulics but don't meet every requirement listed above, we would still like to hear from you.

Your technical knowledge, professional experience and willingness to learn are what matter most to us.

What matters to us We value reliable, long-term relationships with our customers and a cooperative approach within our team.

Open communication, mutual support and a strong commitment to customer service are central to how we work.

Our products and our customers' requirements continue to evolve.

We therefore value people who are keen to learn, develop their skills and expand their technical knowledge.

Thinking about a career move? We will treat your application confidentially.

If you are currently employed, we are happy to arrange interviews around your working hours.

Telephone and face-to-face interviews can also be scheduled outside normal business hours by arrangement.

How to apply
* Apply directly using the application button.
* If you have any questions about the position, please feel free to contact us.

Getting you ready for your new role Your induction begins at our headquarters in Germany, where you will get to know our products, internal processes and specialist departments.

During the first two weeks, you will receive product training and learn how our teams work together.

You will then spend another two weeks accompanying an experienced field sales colleague on customer visits, gaining first-hand insight into our approach to sales and customer service.

Once you start managing your own territory, our internal sales team and technical specialists will continue to support you with customer enquiries and technical questions. xlxgzvr

This will give you a solid foundation for managing and developing your sales territory in Belgium.

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