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Vacancy Name	Area sales manager, UK and Ireland
Location City	Cambourne / Reigate
Location Region
Location Country	United Kingdom
Role also available in	Cambourne, UK; Reigate, UK
About u-blox	Swiss-based u-blox (SIX:UBXN) is the global leader in wireless and positioning semiconductors for the automotive, industrial and consumer markets. Our solutions enable people, vehicles and machines to locate their exact position and wirelessly communicate via voice, text or video. With a broad portfolio of chips, modules and software solutions, u-blox is uniquely positioned to allow OEMs to develop innovative solutions that enable mobility quickly and cost-effectively. With headquarters in Thalwil, Switzerland, u-blox is globally present with offices in Europe, Asia and the USA.
Job Description	As Area Sales Manager with full responsibility for your assigned region, you will develop the market position of u-blox as a global leader in the area of UK and Ireland. Working at the forefront of technology, you will achieve strong profitable growth by selling u-blox products focusing on the development of direct existing, emerging and potential accounts in established and new markets. The position is home office based in the UK (preferably in the greater London or Manchester area). Tasks Participation in the definition of the sales strategy Implementation of the sales strategy in the area Strong focus on developing direct existing, emerging and potential accounts in established and new markets Managing and supporting of the local distributor Coordination with the supporting Inside Sales Sales through the entire cycle: Acquisition of new accounts Making technical proposals Negotiating sales contracts Closing orders Managing existing accounts Provide organization with feedback on: Current and future requirements from the market Customer satisfaction Prioritization of accounts and sales activities in the area Coordination with technical support Coordination with sales administration Coordination with u-blox sales outside the respective area Support MarCom activities like press releases, trade fairs   Profile University degree in engineering or equivalent experience Min. 3 years’ experience in sales of electronic products Excellent English skills Demonstrated track record of structurally and systematically develop new  and managing existing business Excellent customer relationship manner and the ability to handle difficult situations with diligence Excellent communication skills Flexible team player Good analytical skills Negotiation skills Self-motivated and disciplined Can work independently and self-organize Professional demeanor Travel required: 30%-50% of work schedule mainly to customers in the assigned territory or to the HQs in Switzerland Broad technical knowledge in one of the following technologies; cellular, positioning or Bluetooth / WiFi
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Contact	Are you interested in this challenging position within an international work environment in a successful company? Apply now! You will be working with a motivated team in an exciting technology. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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