Sales Engineer - Service Equipment Business at Kone Corporation

KONE Kenya is focused on growing business presence in Nairobi as success here will play an integral part in the overall success of KONE East Africa. To complement these growth plans, service equipment business is considered to be a strategic priority for our Business.

Reporting directly to the Service Sales Manager, we are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Sales Engineer - Service Equipment Business to be based in our Nairobi, Kenya office. In this role, you will drive the service equipment business by seeking out and offering solutions for the Modernization of customer units. Posses a strong ability to convert these leads into customers, driving sales in order to achieve sales targets.

A SEB Sales Engineer focuses on creating customer trust, value and loyalty and hence we are looking for somebody with a proven track record of being a go-getter and understands selling at its core. We need someone who has the ability to influence, is result driven and has a strong commercial acumen.

This is a unique opportunity to join a team of professionals who thrive to drive sales in the market. If you feel you have what it takes and can add significant value to this role and department then apply for this exciting opportunity! Keep in mind the last day to submit applications will be 05/11/2019.

Are you the one?

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering;
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in the elevator industry;
• Experience in field sales and the ability to meet the demands of customers;
• Excellent customer interaction and the ability engage with customers;
• The ability to engage the sales process and tender document skills would be an advantage;
• Experience on CRM tools and MS Office is a must;
• Highly motivated, goal oriented, diligent, organized self-starter with an orientation towards a high level of customer service;
• Ability to interpret and analyze data to draw conclusions and identify patterns;
• Ability to work together as a team and promote a harmonious environment;
• Passion for sales, with a proven track record and a strong customer focus;
• Excellent English communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Knowledge of other African languages will be advantageous.

What do we offer?

• Great dynamic team promoting a collaborative environment
• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
• Engaging job with position description and clear targets
• Regular feedback through performance discussions
• Opportunities for individual development
• Mentoring and coaching programs
• Flexibility, trust and respect
• Value-based culture, behaviors and ethics
• Sustainability and innovation
• Working for a successful organization

Last day to submit applications will be 05/11/2019.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.