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Vaisala is globally recognized for its scientific excellence, innovation, and commitment to providing highly accurate, reliable measurement data that enables safer, more efficient, and more sustainable operations across industries.\nAs global industries rapidly evolve and AI, digitalization, and advanced analytics continue to accelerate, the demand for high-quality, trustworthy data is increasing faster than ever. In this environment, Vaisala’s precise measurement technologies play a critical role as the foundation of AI-driven decision making, significantly increasing the strategic and long-term value of the company and its solutions.\nVaisala’s Liquid Measurement (LM) and Power businesses are positioned at the forefront of these fast-growing markets, supporting customers in energy transition, battery manufacturing, semiconductor and advanced manufacturing, and power infrastructure modernization.\nWithin the APAC region, South Korea is the third-largest and one of the most strategically important markets for Vaisala. To capture the significant growth potential ahead, Vaisala is strengthening its local organization and investing in people who can actively drive business expansion.\nWe are looking for a sales professional with a startup and entrepreneurial mindset-someone who takes ownership, challenges the status quo, creates new business opportunities, and acts as a growth driver for the Korean business. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine the stability and credibility of a global technology leader with the dynamism, autonomy, and impact typically found in a startup environment.\nPosition Overview\nThis role is responsible for driving sustainable growth of Vaisala’s Liquid Measurement (LM) and Power businesses in South Korea through strong solution selling and proactive business development. 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Account & Opportunity Management\nManage and grow existing customer relationships and installed base through upselling, upgrades, and system expansion\nBuild and maintain a healthy opportunity pipeline using CRM tools, ensuring disciplined forecasting and execution\nLead deal strategy, pricing structure, and value-based negotiations\n4. Channel & Partner Collaboration\nDevelop distributors and partners as solution-selling extensions of Vaisala\nExecute joint account planning, opportunity qualification, and performance management with channels\n5. 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