Role & responsibilities

- Identify and develop new business opportunities for Thin Film Automotive Coating solutions like PACVD DLC and PVD coating solutions
- Own the full sales cycle: from lead generation and customer engagement through technical discussions, commercial negotiation, and contract closure.
- Build and manage robust relationships with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and end users across target industries.
- Use CRM Salesforce tools to manage pipeline, forecast sales, and maintain accurate records of customer interactions and deal progress.
- Drive upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts.
- Engage with technical and procurement stakeholders to understand application requirements and propose appropriate coating solutions.
- Prepare and deliver compelling technical/commercial proposals and presentations.
- Stay abreast of market trends, technology developments, and competitor activity.
- Support technical discussions during the customer acquisition and qualification stages,



working with internal engineering and operations teams.
- Coordinate technical trials, sample qualifications, and PPAP with internal and customer teams.
- Work closely with operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure smooth order execution, timely and quality service delivery delivery.
- Support issue resolution and ensure customer satisfaction post-delivery.

Preferred candidate profile

- Bachelor / Diploma of Engineering (Graduation in Mechanical / Automotive / Production / Chemical)
- (Post Graduation in Sales and Business Management will be a plus)
- Should have min 3 plus years of relevant work experience in sales for Auto components from any automobile / autoancillory / OEM industry.
- Must be excelelnt in written & verbal communication.
- Must be ready to travel to PAN India & should be ready to relocate to Tumkur, Karnataka location.

📌 Business Development Engineer (Automotive segment) For Tumkur (Tumakuru)
🏢 Oerlikon Balzers
📍 Tumakuru