Technical Sales Manager

DAT-Schaub is a global leader in natural casings, ingredients, and processing solutions for the food industry. As part of the Danish Crown Group, we combine deep technical expertise with a strong customer focus to deliver innovative solutions across international markets.

In addition, DAT-Schaub represents the world's leading manufacturers of artificial casings, providing customers with a comprehensive portfolio of premium solutions for the food industry.

We are looking for a Technical Sales Manager who will act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders. In this role, you will support sales activities through technical expertise, product application knowledge, and problem-solving capabilities, helping customers achieve the best possible results with our products and solutions.

Join us and become part of a collaborative international environment where technical excellence, customer value, and continuous improvement drive our success.

Technical Sales Manager

Area of responsibility:

• Act as the technical authority for assigned products and applications within the region.
• Support Sales and Key Account Managers in customer interactions requiring technical expertise.
• Ensure correct positioning, specification, and application of products in customer processes.
• Drive effective problem-solving and resolution of technical issues in collaboration with Quality and Operations teams.
• Support standardization of technical knowledge, documentation, and best practices across markets.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and transformation initiatives related to products, quality, and data.

Specific tasks:

• Provide technical guidance on product specifications, performance, and applications.
• Participate in customer meetings and technical presentations.
• Support customers in the correct use and handling of DAT-Schaub products.
• Investigate and troubleshoot technical issues, deviations, and customer complaints.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to resolve technical claims and implement corrective actions.
• Train and support Sales teams on product knowledge and technical positioning.
• Assist with onboarding new products and portfolio changes.
• Cooperate closely with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and guidelines.
• Share technical knowledge and best practices within the organization.  

Educational background:

• Degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Meat Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong technical understanding of food processing, manufacturing, or product application environments.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Relevant experience:

• 7-10+ years of experience in technical, production, application, or customer-facing technical roles.
• Experience supporting customers in food processing or manufacturing environments.
• Experience working in matrix and cross-functional organizations.
• Knowledge of DAT-Schaub products or similar food industry solutions will be considered a strong advantage.

Required competencies:

• Strong technical and analytical mindset.
• Ability to explain complex technical matters in a clear and practical way.
• Structured and solution-oriented approach to problem solving.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions without direct authority.
• High level of customer focus and professional credibility.
• Collaborative, organized, and results-oriented working style.

We offer:

• Opportunity to work in a well-established international company with a strong market position
• Employment based on a permanent employment contract
• Competitive salary package aligned with experience and qualifications
• Company car also available for private use
• Private medical care
• Life insurance
• Multisport card and sports activities co-financing
• Flexible working hours
• Language learning support and co-financing of professional training and courses
• Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration
• Participation in strategic and transformation projects across the organization
• Informal working environment with no strict dress code
• Supportive culture focused on knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement