International Traineeship Program A&I Key Account Manager UK

Sika is gearing up for the next edition of its International Traineeship Program 2026!
This exciting journey lasts 12 months starting in Switzerlandprimarily at our hub in Widen.

We are offering a unique opportunity to launch your commercial career through a structured international traineeship within our Industrial Sector. This role is designed for ambitious early-career professionals who want to develop into a Key Account Manager in the Industrial marketplace.

You will begin with a 12month traineeship in Switzerland gaining hands-on exposure to our products systems processes and culture while working closely with experienced sales technical and market specialists. Following successful completion of the programme you will relocate to the UK or Ireland into a full-time permanent Key Account Manager with responsibility for managing and developing key customer accounts.

What Youll Do During the Traineeship (Switzerland)

During the 12-month programme you will build a strong foundation across sales technology and market understanding including:

• Learning our Industry product portfolio including flooring systems adhesives sealants and composite solutions
• Gaining insight into Industrial market segments such as transportation renewable energies and production line construction.
• Supporting Key Account Managers with customer management proposals and project execution
• Participating in customer meetings technical demonstrations and solution presentations
• Developing commercial skills including pricing forecasting CRM (Salesforce) and opportunity management
• Working cross-functionally with product management marketing customer service and technical teams
• Building a solid understanding of our go-to-market strategy and long-term business plans

Your Role After the Traineeship (UK or Ireland Permanent Position)

After successful completion of the traineeship you will relocate to the UK or Ireland and take on a Key Account Manager Industry role where you will:

• Manage and develop assigned key customer accounts within the Industrial market
• Drive profitable growth across targeted segments
• Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with annual and long-term business plans
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers stakeholders and influencers
• Promote and position innovative product technologies to increase value and profitability
• Provide technical guidance problem-solving support and product demonstrations
• Maintain accurate customer and opportunity data in Salesforce to support forecasting and reporting

Qualifications :

Who Were Looking For

Education & Early Experience

• Degree qualified in engineering material science chemistry or a related technical discipline
• First experience (internships placements or graduate roles) in sales technical support engineering or industrial markets is an advantage
• Strong interest in industrial or technical sales environments

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Commercial curiosity with the ability to learn technical products quickly
• Analytical mindset with good organisational skills
• Confident using IT tools; CRM experience is a plus
• Willingness to learn adapt and take ownership

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated proactive and results-oriented
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on attitude
• Comfortable working independently and as part of an international team
• Open to international mobility (Switzerland UK or Ireland)
• Customer-focused with strong relationship-building potential

Additional Information :

What We Offer

• A structured 12month international traineeship in Switzerland
• A clear pathway into a permanent Key Account Manager role in the UK or Ireland
• Extensive training across products markets sales and technical applications
• International experience and strong career development prospects

We look forward to your direct online application. If you have any questions feel free to contact us at

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time