Business Development & Sales Manager

In AG Solution, you work in a big international team, for a wide range of businesses. Our AG Solution Academy ensures that you can further develop yourself. Together with our people, we go for lifetime learning.

Thanks to our strong growth, you will have unique career opportunities, both locally and globally. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a talented and experienced individual to join our team as a Business Development & Sales Manager.‍

Job Responsibilities

As a Business Development & Sales Manager , you are part of the sales team in which you are responsible for the entire sales cycle, from identifying business opportunities to closing the sale.‍

Your role

• Managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting, to identifying business opportunities to closing the sale
• Utilizing CRM and networking tools (Dynamics 365, LinkedIn Sales Navigator,…) to identify, follow-up leads and set-up meetings
• Create & develop your own commercial business in line with our company strategy.
• Coordinate/ support with Sales colleagues & Marketing in our other locations.
• Keeping up to date with company products & services
• Networking with industry professionals & stakeholders
• Initiating initial contact with inbound leads / prospects
• Daily maintenance and responsibility for input & data quality in our CRM
• Participation in events and fairs
• Develop a genuine knowledge of your prospect’s business and become a trusted advisor
• Report to the Sales Director
• Represent and demonstrate our company values, vision and mission

Qualifications

• You preferably hold a degree in engineering or equivalent in experience.
• You have a strong sales instinct with proven track record in selling engineering services to industrial companies (services like Process automation, MES/MOM systems, Data Solutions or equivalent)
• You’re an attentive listener discovering pain points, creative thinker to develop fit solutions and ambitious achiever to turn opportunities into business.
• People know you as a team player working closely together with technical sales and account managers
• You can rely on an active network or seeking new opportunities to enlarge your network and impact
• You’re organized, structured and having the strategic overview of the required status and next steps.
• You’re a go-getter, deal-hunter with strong negotiation skills
• You can work autonomous & proactive, managing client relations on a high level..
• Fluent French & English is a must. Knowledge of another European language is a plus.
• Based in Lyon

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• We work in a flexible time schedule with the possibility of working from home 2 days per week

What Has AG Solution To Offer ‍

In AG Solution, you work in a big international team, for a wide range of businesses. Our AG Solution Academy ensures that you can further develop yourself. Together with our people, we go for lifetime learning .

We use powerful agile methodologies to realize team-based projects. Thanks to our strong growth, you have unique career opportunities, both locally and globally.

We work in a flexible time schedule with possibility of homework.

We offer a competitive remuneration package.

AG Solution is a company that’s inclusive as well as diverse . We are committed to creating a work environment where we can all be ourselves. We encourage all applications, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or beliefs.

Join AG Solution Where Talent Shapes Industry 4.0

At AG Solution, we build intelligent solutions for the process industry, combining automation, process control, data management, and MES/MOM systems to help manufacturers reach operational excellence.

Now part of the Saphir Group, we are one of Europe’s leading Industry 4.0 partners , with more than 400 engineers and consultants working across Europe, the UK, and the US.

Driven by People. Powered by Technology.

Our success starts with our people . We invest in growth through continuous learning, mentorship, and our AG Academy, ensuring every colleague has the opportunity to develop their skills and career.

We believe that innovation happens when people feel trusted, connected, and inspired.

A Global Team with a Human Touch

With offices in over 15 cities worldwide , we bring together diverse expertise and perspectives — from Antwerp to Barcelona, Rotterdam to Lyon, and New York to Krakow.

At AG Solution, you’ll work on meaningful projects that drive efficiency, sustainability, and digital transformation for leading manufacturers worldwide.

Built to Scale. Driven by Talent.

Ready to shape the future of industry?
Explore our opportunities and grow with a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

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