Chemical Sales Specialist
Pubblicato il 07-09-2026 - Af Systems in Italia
We are looking for a technical sales professional who can integrate into and grow within our sales team while supporting both customers and department colleagues. The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills and the determination to deepen their knowledge of a technical field, with frequent opportunities to take on the challenge of solving real-world customer problems. After thorough in-house training, the candidate will be responsible for:
providing technical advice to international and Italian customers to offer them the best solution and any alternatives;
preparing quotes, drafting commercial offers, and negotiating the associated terms;
managing, entering, and fulfilling orders, liaising with internal departments and monitoring the progress of goods and deliveries, in close collaboration with Production and the Warehouse;
coordinating international shipments, including those outside the EU, with responsibility for ensuring compliance with customs obligations or specific packaging requirements;
written and telephone correspondence with customers;
preparing reports and presentations;
participating in trade shows, sales visits, and industry events, both in Italy and abroad;
training customers through in-person courses, online webinars, and/or technical seminars
Excellent knowledge of English
Excellent knowledge of French and/or Spanish
Technical background or the ability to thrive in an environment where technical knowledge is key for providing sales support;
Good command of Microsoft Office
Willingness to undertake short business trips within Italy and to other European countries (up to 25% of the time)
Degree in Architecture or Engineering
Knowledge of other languages relevant to managing European clients
Experience in a Sales Back Office role gained
Experience in the logistics management of product shipments
Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar software for reading technical drawings;
knowledge of the BIM approach to design
strong problem-solving and teamwo