Join Teknikum as Sales Manager – Industrial hoses and personal protective equipment Distributors

Are you ready to take ownership of distributor sales in demanding industries? At Teknikum Group, we develop and deliver high-performance polymer-based solutions trusted by global industrial customers. We are now looking for a Sales Manager to strengthen and expand our distributor network across Europe.

This role is a unique opportunity for a sales professional with technical understanding to make a tangible impact on our international growth. You will be responsible for building partnerships, increasing market share, and ensuring high-level customer satisfaction in diverse and competitive markets. You will also be responsible for an existing industrial hose distributor customer base.

Key responsibilities

· Develop and lead our network sales partners across Europe
· Create and implement sales strategies to increase market share and profitability
· Negotiate agreements, terms, and pricing with partners
· Monitor market trends and competitor activities, and translate insights into action
· Provide both technical and commercial support to distributors
· Report sales performance and forecasts directly to management

The position is based at our headquarters in Sastamala, Finland, with hybrid and remote work options available. In this role you will report to Cebastian Doepel, Director, Sales.

What we expect

· 5+ years of B2B sales experience
· Proven track record in managing international distributor networks and sales
· Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
· Willingness to travel frequently
· Fluent English; additional language skills are an advantage
· Technical or engineering background is highly valued

What we offer

· An opportunity to work in an international environment within a growing business
· Support from a skilled, collaborative team with professional development opportunities
· Comprehensive employee benefits that support well-being and work-life balance
· A role where your expertise directly shapes distributor success across Europe

Why join Teknikum

Joining Teknikum means becoming part of a company with a strong reputation in many industrial sectors, where quality, safety, and sustainability are at the core of everything we do. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence and expand our distributor network across diverse international markets, playing a key part in our growth journey. You will work in a dynamic environment where new opportunities arise, and where your ideas and expertise are valued. At Teknikum, sincerity, professionalism, and team spirit define our culture, making it a place where people enjoy working together to achieve common goals and deliver real impact for our customers.

Interested?

Take the next step in your international sales career and help us shape Teknikum’s growth. Apply now and join us in building sustainable solutions for the toughest industries. Please submit your application, CV, and salary requirements directly to our HR Director, Arja Sarkanen, at arja.sarkanen@teknikum.com by May 25, 2026. Interviews will begin during the application period, so we encourage you to apply promptly.

For more information about the position, contact Cebastian Doepel, Director, Sales +358 50 386 0027 on May 15th between 13.00-14.00 or on May 21st between 13.00-14.00.

Teknikum – A pioneer in sustainable polymer technology

Teknikum serves demanding industrial sectors with customized rubber, plastic, silicone, and foam product solutions. Our high-quality and reliable industrial hoses with the

Finnish Key Flag Symbol, competitive contract manufacturing services for molded products, and comprehensive rubber lining and mill lining services ensure the efficiency and competitiveness of our customers’ processes.

Teknikum’s factories and offices are in Finland and Hungary. The operations of the group are guided by our core values: safety, sustainability, and sincerity.