Sales Manager

Company Background:

• SweGaN is a European semiconductor manufacturer that develops and produces customer-made materials and high-performance gallium nitride epitaxial wafers for manufacturers of leading components and devices. SweGaN products are used for a wide array of applications including 5G telecommunications infrastructure, defense radars, satellite communications, EVs, high voltage power switches and more. SweGaN’s benchmark QuanFINE® epitaxial growth technology increases performance of RF and power devices and reduces energy consumption.
• With headquarters in the technology hub of Linköping, Sweden, SweGaN maintains close collaboration with renowned research groups at Linköping University and Chalmers University of Technology.
• 20 employees

SALES MANAGER

As Sales Manager, you will be part of our sales team together with the Director of Sales and a sales assistant, but also collaborate with our CEO for business development and customer support. This is a key role who ensures that our plans and strategies are executed. We currently have customers in Asia, North America and Europe, and our business involves long-term commitments for both parties. The position is located at our head office in Linköping and requires a relatively large presence here. As for complex technical issues, you will be well supported by our experienced technical team. As a person, we are looking for a talent who is solution-oriented, independent, outgoing and self-driven, with a strong desire to build the company with us. This role must be skilled at creating new business opportunities, establishing long-term relationships, and building trust and confidence in customer dialogues. At SweGaN, English is the working language also internally in the company. We offer you an opportunity to make a significant impact in an exciting company and in the semiconductor fields, with the absolute forefront of technology! We are moving from start-up to scale-up, and our goal is to become a world-leading semiconductor manufacturer. Do you want to be part of our journey?

Role Overview:

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients in the semiconductor industry. You will collaborate closely with our technical team to understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the semiconductor market.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, understanding their requirements, and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction.
• Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
• Sales Strategy: Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets in cooperation with the Director of Sales.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• Proven track record in semiconductor sales, related technical sales roles and project management.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor materials and their applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and social skills.
• Fluency in English, orally and in writing
• Ability to travel as needed.

Application Deadline: April 30th

Application Process:

• Please reference job title in the subject line and ensure contact name and e-mail are provided in the CV.

Please send applications to lina.boozon.ekberg@swegan.se