Associate Sales Engineer, Industry
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026.
Are you passionate about driving industrial sales growth and building strong distributor partnerships in the machinery and pump industry? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.
As our new Associate Sales Engineer, Industry, you will be managing and growing sales across the Kanto Area, developing distributor networks and delivering technical pump solutions to industrial customers. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Industrial Sales, Japan team, you'll create impact by Expanding Grundfos's industrial market presence in the Kanto region by building trusted distributor relationships and delivering tailored pump solutions that keep critical operations running..
Your main responsibilities include:
- Manage and grow sales of industrial pump solutions across the Kanto Area
- Identify, onboard, and develop new distributors while maintaining and strengthening existing distributor relationships
- Provide technical consultation to customers on pump applications, including electrical and control system integration
- Lead sales negotiations and close deals with industrial clients and distribution partners
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities in the machining and manufacturing sectors
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you are a technically minded sales professional with machining industry experience, strong negotiation skills, and a talent for building lasting distributor partnerships. We would also imagine that you have:
- 3-5 years of experience in the industrial machinery industry
- Proven sales and negotiation skills with a track record of achieving targets
- Bachelor's degree in engineering related field
It is a plus if you also:
- Knowledge of pump applications, electrical systems, and control technologies
- Experience in distributor management and channel development
- English language skills (business level)
Why you will love working here
We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
- Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.
Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!
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