Sales Manager 3D Printing

Tasks

• Drive the sales of industrial 3D printing solutions across France and French-speaking Switzerland and develop the additive manufacturing business together with the local Hoffmann Group field sales teams.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships with industrial companies and key decision-makers throughout both markets.
• Identify new industrial applications for additive manufacturing and support customers in implementing suitable 3D printing solutions.
• Manage customer inquiries and commercial projects from initial request and quotation through negotiation and successful contract closure.
• Provide consultative technical sales support together with our engineering team, advising customers on manufacturing processes, materials, and economically optimized solutions.
• Actively develop new business opportunities, expand our customer base, and establish Hoffmann Additive Manufacturing AG as a trusted partner for industrial additive manufacturing in France and French-speaking Switzerland.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and digitalization of our quotation and ordering platform by bringing in your customer and sales perspective.
• Represent Hoffmann Additive Manufacturing AG during customer visits, contract negotiations, trade fairs, and industry events in France, Switzerland, and across Europe.

Requirements

• Completed technical education or apprenticeship combined with professional sales experience, or a commercial background with strong technical expertise and proven experience in additive manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical sales, account management, or project business, with a proven background in the additive manufacturing (3D printing) industry.
• Professional experience in the 3D printing industry is essential, ideally gained in the sale of industrial 3D printing equipment (hardware manufacturers, OEMs, or resellers) or within a 3D printing service provider offering additive manufacturing solutions to industrial customers.
• Solid understanding of additive manufacturing technologies, materials, and applications, with the ability to identify customer needs and advise on suitable 3D printing solutions.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of commercial targets, and successfully drive opportunities from lead generation to closing.
• High affinity for digitalization, platform solutions, and data-driven sales approaches.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% within France, Switzerland, and Europe, depending on customer projects and trade fairs.
• Native-level French and fluent English, both written and spoken, are essential.
• German language skills are considered a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in any additional European language is considered a plus.
• Team-oriented, confident, and professional personality with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude when interacting with decision-makers.

Benefits

• An exciting key role in a fast-growing technology company backed by the international Hoffmann Group.
• The opportunity to actively shape the future of additive manufacturing and expand our presence in the French and French-speaking Swiss markets.
• A motivated and collaborative international team that embraces innovation and values teamwork.
• A high degree of creative freedom, entrepreneurial responsibility, and short decision-making processes.
• Attractive employment conditions and flexible working arrangements.