Would you like to join a global growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values trust and be trusted achieve together renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils!
Learn more about us as a workplace strengthen our Plywood sales team in Hamburg we are looking for a Sales Manager (m/f/d) for the German and Austrian markets. You will be responsible for developing existing and new accounts providing technical support and conducting operative sales.
Greetings from your future manager
UPM is on a very interesting growth path innovating investing in and creating products beyond fossils that are mitigating climate UPM Plywood which is one of six business areas in UPM we take pride in ourselves with being a responsible employer and supplier to our customers. You can expect to work in a professional environment with strong support this position you will have the freedom to do your work but at the same time carry your responsibilities with a proactive and driven attitude. We focus on good communication and sharing of information which is a good opportunity to develop your understanding of the global panel industry. Regardless of the high professionalism level and strong performance expectations from every employee we still dont forget to have fun doing it! - Matthias Raffius Area Sales Director
What you will do
Manage a structured sales approach to designated accounts together with the Area Sales Director
Implement a commercial sales strategy
Handle operative sales and after-sales
Provide technical support for different end-use applications
Handle pricing and profitability control
Conduct analysis and sales planning
Participate in the creation implementation and follow-up of business and customer plans
Who you are
You have a bachelors or masters degree in a relevant field such as wood science and technology marketing business administration or an equivalent professional qualification
You have at least 3 years of experience in the plywood business and/or constructions and wood products distribution business
You are experienced in B2B sales work
You can build strong relationships with customers and you have excellent interpersonal communication and networking skills
You have a proven track record in sales
You have a broad commercial understanding and sales process knowledge
You are self-motivated and self-disciplined
You have good language skills in German and English
This is what we offer to you
A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working.
Additional information
This position is located in Hamburg Germany.
The position holder reports to Matthias Raffius Area Sales Director.
For further information about the role please contact Matthias Raffius Area Sales Director by email
Please apply via the link above and attach your CV and cover letter by April 30 2026. We begin reviewing applications as they are received and you may be contacted before the application deadline.
For support with submitting your application please contact the HR Service Center at or tel. 49 4.
UPM Plywood is one of the leading plywood producers worldwide - largest European producer of high-quality plywood. Certified according to the most stringent environmental and technical standards together with industry leading sales organization technical knowledge and end use understanding.
UPM Plywood offers high quality WISA plywood and veneer products for construction vehicle flooring LNG shipbuilding parquet manufacturing and other industrial 2024 UPM Plywood sales was EUR 430 million and it had 1600 employees. UPM has six plywood mills and one veneer mill in Europe.
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