Key Account Manager North America - Välinge Innovation
About this role
Do you enjoy working internationally and being a trusted partner at the intersection of technology and business? Then this could be your next step.
Välinge Innovation is now looking for a Key Account Manager for North America to join our Flooring Technologies team. In this role, you will work with market-leading, technical solutions. This an opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, technology-driven company whose solutions are trusted and used by customers all over the world.
Why Välinge Innovation?
Välinge Innovation is a global pioneer in technologies for the flooring and furniture industry. Since 1993, we have continuously challenged industry standards – starting with the invention of the world’s first mechanical floor locking system, a breakthrough that transformed how floors are installed worldwide.
Today, with more than 3,500 granted patents and around 300 licensees globally, Välinge continues to shape the future of the industry through innovative, sustainable and customer-oriented solutions. All our technologies are developed at our headquarters in Viken, Sweden, home to one of the world’s most advanced R&D centers for flooring and furniture.
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About the role
As Key Account Manager – North America, you will be part of the Flooring Technologies sales organization and work long-term with developing the business in your region. Your mission is to build strong partnerships across the value chain and to further expand the presence and adoption of our licensed technologies.
You will work closely with key customers in the North American flooring industry, while also identifying new opportunities and collaborations. The role is international and involves close cooperation with colleagues in Sweden and at our other offices worldwide.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining long-term relationships with producers, distributors, importers, retailers, organizations and agents within the flooring industry
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