Technical Sales Manager

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry.  Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide.  In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the consruction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility.  Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025

Job Description

Sika is looking for an experienced Technical Sales Manager to join our growing team!  At Sika, the Technical Sales Manager will assess and understand the customer’s technical needs relative to battery thermal interface materials, sealing, and bonding and by working with the global battery team and local R&D ultimately provide a technically and commercially viable solution in support of our e-mobility growth targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and prioritize customer business targets by creating an in-depth understanding of the market trends and customer product cycles.
• Work with the various account teams internally, facilitating and driving the expansion and depth of key technical relationships inside the customer to understand their (battery technology) needs.
• Assess the technical needs of the customer and guiding the customer towards solutions to solutions that Sika can ultimately support.
• Lead and direct the use of supporting technical departments such as Technical Services and R&D to best position our solutions at the customer and in accordance with the customer’s timing.
• Consult and advise the customer on how best to achieve their technical and cost targets by position existing solutions - or in the case they do not exist – communicate the need for the development of new materials internally.
• Publish quarterly information on the battery sales pipeline, NA EV developments and trends, and business outlook summary.

Collaborate with global teams in Europe, China, Japan, and Korea for the growth and benefit of NA business

Qualifications

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required with a strong background in R&D and/or business development.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible sales experience in which the candidate must have demonstrated a proven track record in achieving specific goals.
• Proven record of creativity, innovation, sales growth, and significant achievement
• Experience in Automotive Industry and be familiar with EV battery system challenges and solutions such as for structural bonding, thermal management and fire protection
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent analytical, planning and time management skills, and quantitative skills

Additional Information

Perks & Benefits  

• 401k with Generous Company Match   

• Bonuses  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits  

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Life Insurance 

• Disability Insurance 

• Paid time off, Paid holidays 

• Floating holidays Paid Volunteer Time 

• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements  

• Education Assistance 

• Professional Development Opportunities  

• Employee Referral Program & More!  

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilites of each role.  Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.