Product Sales Manager, Stock Preparation (m/f/d)

We are looking for a Product Sales Manager for Stock Preparation in the Packaging and Paper Business Area, Germany (western region, preferred Langenfeld).

Join us to drive sustainable growth in Stock Preparation across the EMEA region, improving plant performance, introducing energy‑efficient solutions, and elevating reliability of stock preparation and recycled fiber systems.

Your Responsibilities

• You lead sales activities for stock preparation and recycled fiber equipment and services across the region.
• You proactively plan and conduct customer meetings, identifying opportunities that improve plant efficiency and sustainability.
• You collaborate with engineering and technical teams to propose tailored process and equipment solutions.
• You participate in shutdowns and light inspections to understand customer needs and ensure equipment availability.
• You manage commercial negotiations and guide projects smoothly from opportunity to handover.

Expectations for You

• Strong technical knowledge of stock preparation and recycled fiber processes, ideally backed by a B.Sc. in a technical field.
• At least five years of experience in a pulp or paper mill in roles such as process engineer or production manager.
• Excellent communication skills and advanced English proficiency.
• Solid commercial negotiation capabilities and the ability to identify sales opportunities.
• Proven knowledge to read and understand commercial contracts.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the region.

To succeed in this role, you'll need to combine technical expertise with customer‑facing collaboration, turning insights from mill operations into impactful solutions. Your ability to navigate complex sales cycles, coordinate across internal teams, and understand customer processes will define your success.

Leadership Principles

• Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through.
• Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly.
• Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety.
• Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value.

Our Offer – Working Together for Success

• A varied role with a high degree of creative freedom and the security of a healthy, publicly listed corporation with a collegial atmosphere and flat hierarchies.
• Future‑oriented training opportunities with a long‑term career perspective.
• Collaboration in a professional team and a respectful, positive working environment.
• Neutral company car (also for private use), bonus plan and insurances.
• Work from home when not travelling.