Sales Engineer (Athens, Greece)

Our client is a well-established company specializing in machinery and equipment for the food processing industry. They provide technical solutions to food manufacturers across Greece, working with leading international equipment manufacturers and supporting customers throughout the entire process, from solution design and commercial proposal to equipment installation.

As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a Sales Engineer to join their Athens-based team and develop expertise across both the technical and commercial aspects of the business.

The Role

You'll join a structured training programme lasting approximately one to two years, designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of industrial machinery, its applications, and the production processes within the food industry.

Working closely with experienced technical and commercial professionals, you'll gradually develop the knowledge and skills required to understand customer requirements, identify appropriate technical solutions, and support the sales process.

Following the training period, you'll take responsibility for developing equipment sales across Greece, managing existing customer relationships while identifying and developing new commercial opportunities.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional experience in, or strong knowledge of, the food manufacturing industry
• Very good command of English, both written and spoken
• Ability to understand technical applications and industrial production processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Customer-oriented and commercially minded approach
• Willingness to continuously learn and develop professionally
• Ability to travel regularly for business purposes across Greece
• Valid driving license

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in technical sales, industrial equipment, or a related B2B environment
• Knowledge of food processing machinery and production technologies
• Experience working with industrial customers or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with international suppliers or equipment manufacturers

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the structured technical and commercial training programme
• Develop an in-depth understanding of industrial machinery, equipment, and their applications
• Understand customers' production requirements and identify their technical needs
• Prepare and present appropriate technical solutions
• Prepare, submit, and follow up on technical and commercial proposals
• Manage and develop relationships with existing customers
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the Greek market
• Collaborate with international suppliers and equipment manufacturers

What's in It for You

€2,900 – €3,800 Gross / Month, depending on experience, together with an onsite working model based in Athens. You'll gain exposure to modern industrial technologies, work closely with leading international equipment manufacturers, develop strong technical and commercial expertise, and have the opportunity to progress into an autonomous Sales Engineer role covering the Greek market.

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in technical sales within the food manufacturing industry, with a structured one-to-two-year technical and commercial training programme and continuous support from experienced professionals and international partners.