Sales Representative Western Europe (m/f/d)
Introduction
On behalf of Mamata Machinery Limited, and together with its Western-European partner Carpentier Packaging GmbH, we are looking for an experienced Sales Representative to develop new business, manage customer relationships and promote Mamata's packaging machinery portfolio, achieving annual sales targets across Germany and Western Europe. This is a rare opportunity to build up a division with real ownership, backed by a globally recognized manufacturer and an established German engineering partner.
ABOUT MAMATA MACHINERY LIMITED
Mamata Machinery Limited is a globally recognized manufacturer of flexible packaging machinery with more than 35 years of engineering excellence. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, the publicly listed company designs and builds a complete portfolio of Blown Film Extrusion Lines, Pouch and Bag Making machines, Wicketer, Horizontal and Vertical Form-Fill-Seal systems (HFFS & VFFS), Multilane and Secondary Packaging automation. At the heart of its engineering lies deep expertise in polymer science, and its Industry 4.0-ready machines enable smart data capture and remote support. With over 5,000 machines installed and customers in more than 90 countries, Mamata partners with leading manufacturers worldwide. As part of its European growth strategy, the company is now expanding its Packaging Division across Germany and neighboring markets.
ABOUT CARPENTIER PACKAGING GMBH
Carpentier Packaging GmbH, based in Schornsheim, Germany, is a technology leader in carton packaging machinery and the world market leader for fish-finger packaging lines. With a team of around 50 experienced engineers, technicians and toolmakers and its own machining and sheet-metal production, Carpentier develops complete, customized solutions — from carton forming and cartoning to end-of-line tray and case packing, conveying and top-load robotics. Its standard equipment relies on the latest servo-drive and bus technologies, engineered to maximize machine availability and minimize total cost of ownership. Renowned customers include Frosta, Iglo / Frozen Fish, apetito and Wagner. Carpentier is part of the Kai Capital group and represents and supports Mamata's business across Western Europe.
Tasks
- Business development — identify and qualify new customers, develop annual territory growth plans, and build a strong CRM pipeline across Germany and Western Europe.
- Sales — promote HFFS, VFFS, Pouch and Bag Making, Multilane and Secondary Packaging systems; deliver customer presentations and demonstrations, prepare commercial proposals and negotiate terms to close orders.
- Customer relationships — build long-term partnerships and support customers from first inquiry through to commissioning.
- Market intelligence — monitor competitors and market trends and provide monthly market reports.
- Trade shows — represent Mamata at leading exhibitions such as interpack, FachPack, Anuga FoodTec and EMPACK.
- Reporting — maintain the CRM and submit accurate weekly and monthly sales reports and forecasts.
Profile
- Education — Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Packaging Technology, Business or a related field; an MBA is an advantage.
- Experience — 5–10 years in international capital-equipment sales; packaging-machinery sales experience preferred.
- Skills — consultative selling, negotiation, technical aptitude, strong presentation skills, CRM proficiency and excellent communication.
- Languages — fluent German (mandatory) and professional English (mandatory).
We offer
- A pivotal role — build and own Mamata's Packaging Division in one of Europe's largest and most demanding packaging markets.
- Strong backing — the engineering know-how, local presence and after-sales service of Carpentier, combined with the global R&D and manufacturing strength of Mamata.
- Real impact — an entrepreneurial, international environment with short decision paths and direct reporting to the CEO.
- Flexibility — a balanced mix of home office and our modern site in Schornsheim, plus the tools you need for the road (including a company car).
- Long-term perspective — a stable setting within the privately held Kai Capital group and a listed international manufacturer with clear growth ambitions.
- Attractive package — a competitive fixed salary plus a performance-based component that rewards your success.
Additional Information
LOCATION
Schornsheim (Germany) & Home Office
REPORTS TO CEO
Carpentier Packaging
TYPE
Full-time, permanent
TRAVEL
60–70% Western Europe
HOW TO APPLY
Interested? Please send your application in English — including your CV, salary expectations and earliest possible start date — to karriere@carpentier-packaging.de. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early; for confidential questions about the role you are welcome to reach out to the same address. We look forward to hearing from you.
Carpentier Packaging GmbH Am Sonnenhang 3–5 D-55288 Schornsheim, Germany +49 (0) 6732 91603-0 www.carpentier-packaging.de Mamata Machinery Limited Survey No. 423/P, Sarkhej-Bavla Highway Moraiya, Ahmedabad-382213, India +91 2717 630 800 www.mamata.com Carpentier Packaging represents and supports Mamata's Packaging Division across Western Europe. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Personal data will be processed solely for the purposes of this recruitment process in accordance with the GDPR.