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Career

Area Sales Manager (m/f/d)

11.02.2026

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years – with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions.

PALFINGER MARINE, an integral part of our organization since 1992, offers complete deck equipment solutions and lifesaving appliances to various maritime industries. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

 

As a Sales Engineer Manager, you will support international customers and partners in the maritime industry, focusing on the growing offshore wind sector. You’ll handle technical and commercial inquiries, prepare quotations, and collaborate closely with internal teams—from design to project management—to deliver tailored solutions. The role also involves developing sales tools and representing PALFINGER at customer visits and exhibitions.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Support of and close cooperation with selected customers, partners and international Palfinger Marine entities
  • Analysis of inquiries, preparation of quotations and technical and commercial clarifications
  • Close cooperation with Palfinger internal departments, like Design, Application Engineering, Project Management, Production, After Sales and more
  • Special focus on offshore wind business
  • Further development and optimisation of Sales tools and processes
  • Visit of international customers and exhibitions

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • Technical education (HTL, FH or technical university)
  • Fluent English and German – both in writing and speaking
  • Team-Player with organisation talent, negotiation skills as well as creative thinking
  • High communication skills and enjoy contact with international partners and customers
  • Sales experience with technical investment good preferred

WE OFFER

  • Flexible working hours with no core time and the possibility to work from home
  • Further training and international career opportunities
  • Corporate health management "PALfit"
  • Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and a daily meal subsidy
  • Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
  • Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits

 

Minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 53.241,02 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conforming overpayment.

Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Irina Hristova

Talent Acquisition Specialist EMEA

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Location

Salzburg Kasern

PALFINGER AG
Franz-Wolfram-Scherer-Straße 24 , 5020 Salzburg
Austria
Palfinger Salzburg Kasern

Location benefits

  • Learning Opportunities
  • Company Doctor
  • Food Allowances
  • Fitness Programs
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Health Measures
  • Good transport connection
  • Canteen
  • Maternity & paternity leave
  • Staff events
  • Employee discounts
  • Parking facilities
  • Job Ticket