The Nordic energy company Gasum, a premium provider of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied biogas (LBG), is at the forefront of the maritime sector’s transition to cleaner energy. With maritime traffic generating a significant environmental footprint, Gasum is committed to helping operators switch from conventional fuels to LNG—the cleanest maritime fuel available—and LBG—the future of carbon-neutral transport at sea. By offering sustainable and efficient services, Gasum helps customers optimize their operations for a cleaner future.
Gasum is now reinforcing its commitment to the German and international shipping market by seeking a dedicated Sales Manager to be based in the Hamburg office. This hybrid role is for a natural relationship builder with commercial drive and a genuine interest in sustainable shipping solutions.
About Gasum
Gasum is a Nordic gas sector and energy market expert with a clear purpose: cleaner energy. The company offers cleaner energy and expert services for industry, combined heat and power production, and essential cleaner fuel solutions for road and maritime transport. Gasum helps customers and partners reduce their carbon footprint, promoting development towards a carbon-neutral future on land and at sea. The Gasum Group has approximately 380 employees in Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Germany. Gasum is owned by the State of Finland and was founded in 1994.
About the Role: Sales Manager, Maritime
The Sales Manager will play a crucial role in expanding Gasum’s market share and promoting sustainable fuel solutions across the maritime sector. You will be instrumental in developing both short- and long-term business opportunities, with a focus on growing sales of LNG and LBG.
You will join a team of 10 sales professionals across four locations, reporting directly to the Vice President Maritime. This role is ideal for a goal-oriented team player who focuses on opportunities and solutions when faced with challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and follow up on new leads, with a strong focus on securing spot opportunities.
- Develop and convert maritime business opportunities into successful short- and long-term sales contracts.
- Actively manage a portfolio of assigned accounts, ensuring high customer satisfaction and maintaining strong relationships.
- Represent and market Gasum at various industry venues, including maritime fairs and conferences.
- Maintain close dialogue with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and coordinate sales efforts aligned with Gasum’s profitability goals.
- Act as a project manager/owner for various strategic programs within the maritime team.
- Take an active role in developing and improving the ways of working within the maritime sales team.
Candidate Profile:
- Relevant educational background to support success as a maritime sales manager.
- Relevant sales experience, preferably from within the maritime & shipping sector and fuel trade.
- Proficiency in standard IT applications, including MS Office 365.
- Proficient in English and German (both oral and written communication).
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by the business.
Personal Attributes
- Demonstrated talent and skill for building and maintaining strong relationships.
- Exceptional communication and dependable organizational skills.
- Highly goal-oriented and result-driven—a professional who consistently gets things done.
- A solution-focused individual who sees challenges as opportunities.
- A dedicated team player who always prioritizes shared team interests.
Why Join Gasum?
Joining Gasum means taking on interesting tasks in a dynamic Nordic environment with deep insight into the evolving energy sector. You will be part of a responsible and innovative company dedicated to building a cleaner tomorrow.
Gasum offers excellent development opportunities, an inspiring, modern workplace, and an encouraging team to support your success. You will be instrumental in helping the global shipping industry achieve its sustainability goals through cleaner energy solutions.
How to Apply If you are ready to advance your career as a Sales Manager and contribute to Gasum’s legacy as a market leader now. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis, so early submission is highly encouraged. All applications are handled with complete confidentiality.
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