Sales Proposals Engineer

Sales Proposals Engineer
- Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we - Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together.
- Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.
- We are seeking a dynamic and motivated **Sales Proposals Engineer** to join our open and collaborative team, focusing on the 2-Stroke Marine Engines market in the Mediterranean Area.
- The location for this position is in Marseille, France.
- If you are ready to elevate your career and step into the exciting world of sales proposals, where knowledge sharing and teamwork are highly valued, we want to hear from you_

**Your role and responsibilities**

**As a**Sales Proposals Engineer**_ _**you will focus on these responsibilities**:
- Develop and prepare sales proposals for 2-Stroke Marine Engines, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and company standards.
- Maintain and build strategic relationships with customers, focusing on customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless communication and exchange of ideas across organizational boundaries.
- Contribute to developing a healthy team spirit and dynamics, driving cultural and DNA change within the organization.
- Provide technical support and guidance to customers, leveraging knowledge of Wärtsilä products and solutions.
- Participate in negotiations, demonstrating strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
- Drive performance with a positive attitude, ensuring business and results orientation.
- Communicate effectively in both written and spoken English and French; additional languages are a plus.

**Requirements for the position**
- Technical MSc or equivalent education, preferably in a relevant field.
- Concrete work experience in the Marine Business, specifically with 2-4 Stroke Marine Engines. Good knowledge of Wärtsilä products and solutions is an advantage.
- Previous experience in Sales and/or Technical Support, with a focus on 2-Stroke Marine Engines.
- Multiple years of work experience in demanding structured organizations or business environments.
- Knowledge of the regional market and awareness of cultural diversity.
- Strong business and results orientation.
- Written and spoken proficiency in English and French; additional languages are a plus.

**We are looking for motivated and passionate individuals who**:

- Are ready to take the next step in their career towards sales proposals. Marine experience is not a must; we value motivation and passion.
- Enjoy working from the office and learning by doing, with remote working available when needed.
- Want to be part of an open and collaborative team that drives innovation and makes a significant impact in the marine industry.
- Have a drive for performance with a positive attitude.
- Are proactive and open communicators.
- Have situational and cultural sensitivity.
- Are business and customer focused.
- Are team players with a proactive mindset.

**Why you and us?**

**You are valued - as your true self.** At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.

**Your growth is supported.** We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities - so you can develop beyond your potential.

**You get to make a difference.** Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

**Contact & next steps**
- At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.