Sales Engineer – Water Management & Industrial Food

Location: Hamilton, New Zealand

Hybrid

Ready to shape the future of food processing?
Join Alfa Laval, a global leader in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling solutions. We’re looking for a Sales engineer who thrives on building relationships, solving complex challenges, and driving growth in the Water, Wastewater and Industrial food sector.

The role

• Own your territory: Full responsibility for revenue and growth in your segment.
• Be the expert: Work with cutting-edge technologies like Decanter Centrifuges, Rotary Drum thickener, heat exchangers and evaporation systems.
• Make an impact: Help customers improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.
• Grow with us: Access world-class training, career development, and a supportive team culture.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a sales business plan aligned with business goals.
• Identify and convert opportunities into profitable business.
• Build strong relationships with end customers, consultants, and contractors.
• Prepare and negotiate value-driven proposals including tender submissions.
• Manage your pipeline using CRM tools for accurate forecasting.
• Stay ahead of market trends and customer needs.

What We’re Looking For

• 3 - 7 years in a sales role, ideally in wastewater technology.
• Experience with Decanter Centrifuges & rotary drum thickeners is highly regarded.
• Strong technical aptitude, negotiation skills, and a proven track record in business growth.
• Comfortable using CRM and digital tools.
• Experience with contract negotiation and management.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus.
• Flexible work options and supportive team culture.
• Global career opportunities with a market leader.
• Tools, training, and autonomy to succeed.