What will you do?
As a Sales Engineer at Alfen, you play a crucial role in developing and executing sales strategies to support our innovative projects within Smart Grid Solutions (SGS). Your role involves a wide range of tasks focused on strengthening our market position and enhancing customer engagement. You will work closely with various teams to ensure the successful implementation of our sales initiatives
You will be involved in diverse and exciting projects within SGS.
Your tasks and responsibilities include:
- Review and analyze received requests for quotations by our customers.
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Work closely with Sales, Engineering and other departments to understand the customer needs and develop a winning bid strategy.
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Support Sales by preparing technical documentation, pricing and attractive offers (technically and commercially).
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Managing internal order transfers and implementing customer contracts, orders, and other requests.
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Initiating and improving internal work quality, processes and providing support, also aftersales.
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Acting as a contact person for customers’ technical questions or specific needs
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Independently welcoming customers and contributing to product innovations and standardizations.
What do we ask of you?
We are looking for a technically and commercially driven professional with a hands-on, results-oriented, and structured approach. Someone who can communicate effectively at all levels and gain support for projects and solutions. Additionally, you have:
- A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology.
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Technical background with a commercial mindset.
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0 – 3 years of work experience, preferably as Sales/ Sales Engineer.
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A VCA certificate or willingness to obtain one.
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Proficiency in Dutch and Englishboth spoken and written. German is a plus.
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Knowledge of and experience with computer systems, including MS Office, ERP, and CRM systems.
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Willing to learn and adapt, set priorities when needed.
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Can deliver quality work even under tight due dates.
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Teamwork and collaboration are core values.
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A valid driver’s license (B).
What do we offer?
At Alfen, we offer our employees an independent and responsible role with room for personal input, new ideas, initiatives, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, we offer you:
- A competitive salary with conditions according to the CAO Metalektro.
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27 vacation days + 13 ADV days per year, with the option to sell 10 vacation days.
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The possibility of hybrid working (up to 2 days per week for a 40-hour workweek).
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A company phone and laptop.
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Free and unlimited access to our online learning platform.
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Engaged colleagues and fun activities organized by our AlFun and Young Alfen personnel associations.
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Free sports activities through Alfen to keep you physically and mentally fit, such as Alfen Fitness Sportlab, marathons, and other tournaments.
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Pension contributions through PME Pension Fund, with Alfen covering more than half of the premium.
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A travel allowance of €0.23 per km, up to 50 km one way.
Where will you work?
At Alfen, you will be part of a company that operates at the heart of the energy transition. With our broad range of in-house developed products and extensive experience as a system integrator, we are building the electricity grid of the future: reliable, sustainable, and innovative. Alfen is the place for those who thrive on innovation and growth. As a fast-growing international organization in the sustainable energy sector, we are fully committed to developing both our products and our people.
Interested?
If this position speaks to you, you can apply via the "apply now" button.
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Please note: A reference check, screening, and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of the selection process. Applications are continuously reviewed, and the vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Unsolicited recruitment offers based on this vacancy are not appreciated.
