Market Development Manager Mining

Company Description

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated professional to lead and support the growth of our Mining business within the EMEA region.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional to join our team as the Market Development Manager for Mining. This role is instrumental in driving the growth and success of Sika’s Tunneling & Mining strategy across the EMEA region.

If you are passionate, possess strong technical expertise in the application fields of all underground works like concrete admixtures, accelerators, fibers and mix designs, injections and waterproofing. Excel in building lasting customer relationships and problem solving, this is the perfect opportunity for you! 

Join us in driving Sika’s strategy forward by building strong customer relationships and delivering advanced technical solutions.

Job Description

• In-depth Technical knowledge and capability to support all mining related applications, eg. Shotcrete, concrete, fibers, Injections skills are very much needed. Additional experience in water proofing, coating systems, and refurbishment would be beneficial.
• Training and marketing: Conduct training sessions for Sika staff and customers, prepare standard presentations on Mining processes and technologies, and provide input on marketing actions to promote Mining products and strategies.
• Implement together with the different stakeholders the EMEA Mining strategy in the region to support the countries by implementing a roadmap and roll-out in the different areas / countries
• Sales Support: assist in increasing sales through project acquisition and relationship building with new and existing customers, positioning Sika as a reliable partner in the Mining sector.
• Support selected focus countries in defining and deploying action plans to develop the Mining business to the next level, increasing sales and market penetration.
• Identify main decision makers at EMEA level and key accounts to be developed under a detailed account plan (key owners, key specifiers, international contractors, relevant authorities, etc.).
• Participation to congresses/ exhibitions to support local sales teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master’s degree in Mining-, Chemical- or Civil-Engineering, or similar education
• 5years extensive underground & quarry experience in the mining Industry, including all related products and technologies.
• Very good understanding of mining and ability to meet customer needs
• Proven experience in executing complex projects as part of matrix organization and working with multi-cultural, remote teams.
• High ability to learn new products and its application
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills and ability to motivate and engage others
• Flexible for regional travels in the area (approx. 50% of the working time)

Additional Information

This role can be based in any country in Europe where Sika operates, with regular travel across the region (approximately 30% of working time).