Join Sherwin-Williams as a Sales Representative and play a key role in growing our Automotive Refinish business in Northern Portugal. In this role, you will develop long-term customer partnerships, identify new business opportunities, and drive profitable sales growth while delivering exceptional customer service and technical support.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
Identify new business opportunities and grow the customer portfolio
Promote existing and new product lines to maximize sales growth
Manage a territory and achieve designated sales targets
Develop and implement sales strategies to increase market share and profitability
Build relationships with distributors, end users, and key decision-makers
Retain and expand existing business through effective account management
Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities
Support customers with technical and commercial product knowledge
Attend customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver the best customer solutions
Prepare sales forecasts, business plans, and market reports
What We Are Looking For
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred
Previous experience in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development
Experience in the Automotive Coatings, Paints, Coatings, or Chemical industry preferred
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Experience working within an international organization is an advantage
Skills & Competencies
Strong commercial mindset and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Ability to develop and execute sales strategies
Strong presentation and influencing skills
Results-driven, proactive, and customer-focused approach
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Comfortable interacting with all levels of management
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
Languages
Portuguese – Fluent
English – Good working proficiency
Travel
Willingness to travel frequently across the assigned territory
🔹 What We Offer
Opportunity to join a global leader in paints and coatings
Dynamic and international working environment
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Annual gross salary: €17,000 - €22,000
Performance-based bonus
Company car, laptop, and mobile phone
Continuous product and sales training
👉 If you're passionate about sales, enjoy building lasting customer relationships, and are ready to grow your career with Sherwin-Williams, we'd love to hear from you!
