Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. As a vital member of the Knauf Group, Knauf Aquapanel invites you to embark on an exciting international career journey within our Sales Team. We pride ourselves on having a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all.

Expansion of a customer segment for Knauf’s Aquapanel sales organization in Baltics. The customer segments are the investors and architects (planners). This role will contribute to the pre-sales part of Knauf’s sales process and will drive Knauf’s Aquapanel specification output and the project related sales.

We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. At Aquapanel, we are committed to developing innovative building materials for various applications. Today, the premium AQUAPANEL® brand is the preferred choice of architects, specifiers, and fabricators, offering significant performance benefits for all building types.

CAN YOU SAY ‘YES’ TO THESE QUESTIONS?

• Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
• Do you always have the customer in mind?
• Do you act with future generations in mind?
• Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?
• Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?

If your answer is a resounding "yes," then welcome aboard!

We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

This is not just a job,  it's a commitment to shaping the future of construction with Knauf Aquapanel.

Your Responsibilities

Develop and maintain pre-sales expertise with architects and specifiers;

Provide technical support to installers and constructors;

Provide customer specific expertise, consultation regarding the local market driving trends such as norms, regulations, BIM or specific industry solutions;

Specify Aquapanel solutions and products that comply with local norms and regulations;

Develop, increase and maintain Knauf’s project pipeline and provide project specific know-how and consultation to project participants.

Construction project management and follow up on all possible project participants within the pre-sales process;

Continuous cooperation with local sales team and further departments such as marketing, product management to secure the project related sales;

Continuous maintenance of Knauf’s project database with all project and customer relevant figures, information and data;

Planning and execution of customer events such as Knauf in house trainings, lunch seminars and such;

Participation in industry typical events like fares and congresses;

Continuous market-/ competitor monitoring and competitors’ solutions / product analysis.

   Provide recommendations to the Product Management based on customer feedbacks and needs.

WHAT WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behavior and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

If you fulfil the following requirements – it would be an added advantage:

• Education: University or College Degree in Engineering or Architecture or Business; 
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in technical sales, demonstrated success in managing product groups, including strategic planning, lifecycle management, and achieving business objectives; 
• Market Expertise: A deep understanding of the façade market or similar product types, enabling you to navigate industry trends and drive innovation;
• Language: Fluent in Latvian and  English;
• Monthly salary from 3000 - 3500 euro Gross;
• Company car and all equipment for productive sales work.

About Knauf and Knauf Aquapanel 

Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters & accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, floor screed, floor systems, construction equipment and tools. With more than 250 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries, 40 000 employees worldwide, the Knauf Group is offering a range of career opportunities – in Europe, the USA, South America, Asia, and Africa.

Founded in 2002, Knauf Aquapanel is a leading manufacturer of cement board systems. From humble beginnings, we have evolved into a global flagship brand, making our mark in over 60 countries.