Business Manager Homogenisation

at  GEA Group

BUSINESS MANAGER HOMOGENISATION

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Why join GEA

SITE

Westfalia House, Milton Keynes MK12 5PY
Your responsibilities and tasks:

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for business growth and customer relationships? We are looking for a Business Manager – Homogenisation to drive sales, expand market reach, and develop strong client connections in the UK. If you thrive in a dynamic sales environment and have a deep understanding of homogenisation equipment, this could be the perfect role for you.

• Grow Sales & Market Reach
• Identify key areas for business growth and develop a targeted sales strategy.
• Expand market coverage while ensuring profitability.
• Maintain and strengthen existing customer relationships in core business areas.
• Strategic Sales Development
• Develop and prioritise regional and global sales initiatives.
• Support and implement local sales strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Customer Engagement & Negotiation
• Build strong relationships with customers at all levels.
• Lead contract negotiations and support closing deals.
• Work closely with the projects team during and after the sales phase to ensure seamless delivery.
• Collaboration & Cross-Selling
• Work alongside service sales engineers to maximise opportunities across business areas.
• Identify and develop cross-selling opportunities with other divisions.
• Maintain close working relationships with the Business Line in Parma.
• Operational Support & Reporting
• Support marketing efforts and represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences.
• Assist the sales admin team with order processing and project handovers.
• Provide detailed sales reports to the Head of Sales or Sales Director.
• Maintain accurate records and CRM forecasting.
• Product & Service Development
• Conduct site demonstrations and trials of laboratory-scale homogenisers at customer locations.
• Contribute to product development and innovation projects.

Your profile and qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in homogenisation equipment sales within relevant markets.
• Strong sales background with experience in a product/sales matrix environment.
• In-depth knowledge of the sales process, including pricing, CRM, and order management.
• Proven negotiation and contracting skills.
• Ability to understand business on a broad scale, with a focus on customer needs and expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, etc.) and other relevant software.
• A team player with excellent networking and listening skills.
• Outstanding communication skills and a natural ability to sell.
• Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to engage at all levels.
• Sales negotiation training.
• A Degree or HNC/HND in a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

• Grow Sales & Market Reach
• Identify key areas for business growth and develop a targeted sales strategy.
• Expand market coverage while ensuring profitability.
• Maintain and strengthen existing customer relationships in core business areas.
• Strategic Sales Development
• Develop and prioritise regional and global sales initiatives.
• Support and implement local sales strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Customer Engagement & Negotiation
• Build strong relationships with customers at all levels.
• Lead contract negotiations and support closing deals.
• Work closely with the projects team during and after the sales phase to ensure seamless delivery.
• Collaboration & Cross-Selling
• Work alongside service sales engineers to maximise opportunities across business areas.
• Identify and develop cross-selling opportunities with other divisions.
• Maintain close working relationships with the Business Line in Parma.
• Operational Support & Reporting
• Support marketing efforts and represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences.
• Assist the sales admin team with order processing and project handovers.
• Provide detailed sales reports to the Head of Sales or Sales Director.
• Maintain accurate records and CRM forecasting.
• Product & Service Development
• Conduct site demonstrations and trials of laboratory-scale homogenisers at customer locations.
• Contribute to product development and innovation projects