Company Description:Join SOMFY and Shape the Future of Energy-Efficient, Smart, and Sustainable Living
At SOMFY, we are committed to transforming how people live, work, and interact with their homes and buildings. As a global leader in automated control systems - specializing in motorized solutions for blinds, shutters, awnings - we develop innovative, sustainable, and energy - efficient technologies that enhance thermal health, visual comfort, and reduce overall energy consumption.
With over 50 years of innovation and a presence in more than 60 countries, SOMFY is a family - owned French company with a long-term vision and deep industrial expertise.
SOMFY has been established in the Hungary for more than 20 years, supporting installers, distributors, and partners across Hungary with locally dedicated teams and a strong commercial presence. Over these time, we have strengthened our position and developed a trusted relationship with market players, making Somfy and BFT key brands in the region.
Job Description:We are currently looking for a Sales Representative for Hungary, preferably based in Timișoara, Arad, or Oradea, to stay close to the Hungarian market and the assigned sales territory. The ideal candidate is a bilingual native speaker of Hungarian and Romanian and lives near the border, ensuring strong cultural and market proximity.
If you’re ready to take your sales career to the next level in the smart home and automation industry, this role offers a great opportunity. Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will help grow our business with B2C installers and assemblers and further develop the Somfy Expert network - our exclusive ambassador program for selected partners.
You will focus on access products, especially gate and garage door operators, supporting the growth of our well‑established regional brands: Somfy and BFT.
If you are motivated, results‑oriented, and ready to contribute to our continued success across Hungary, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join our team!
Key responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Develop, prospect and animate your customer portfolio of B2C installers, B2C assemblers and Somfy Experts.
- Hunt for new business opportunities and acquire new customers in your territory.
- Execute and deploy the annual sales & marketing plans towards your customer portfolio.
- Increase “direct” sales to your customers and prospects.
- Promote and prescribe our solutions to secure and grow “indirect” sales via our partners.
- Manage and develop the Somfy Expert network, ensuring high visibility of the brand and activation of the dedicated program.
- Focus on access products (gate and garage door automation) for both Somfy and BFT, positioning our brands as the preferred choice in the market.
- Prepare commercial offers and negotiate cooperation terms with clients at various management levels.
- Analyze and report on a regular basis the performance and results of your portfolio, and propose concrete action plans.
- Organize meetings, local trainings and product presentations, and effectively communicate strong sales arguments.
- Ensure intensive field presence, with a target of approximately 4 customer visits per day.
Qualifications:- Minimum 2 years of experience in B2B or B2C sales.
- Experience in managing a given portfolio of customers, reporting sales results & activities.
- Experience working in internal cross-functional environments and collaborating with marketing and customer service teams.
- Hungarian and Romanian (fluent)
- Category B driving license in order to travel daily to customers.
- A keen interest in home automation and smart home solutions is essential.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI and Sales Force (or other CRM) is required.
- Higher education in sales and/or marketing would be an additional advantage.
- Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
Additional Information:Why Join SOMFY?
At SOMFY, we believe in creating value that goes beyond business. We invest in people, innovation, and sustainability - helping build smarter, healthier, and more energy - efficient buildings for everyone. When you join us, you’ll:
- Be part of a purpose - driven company with a long-term vision.
- Work in an international, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.
- Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference in people’s lives and the planet’s future.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary depending on your experience.
- Annual bonus of 25% of yearly gross salary, based on achieved goals.
- Additional stretch bonus opportunity for exceptional performance
- Company car for both business and private use, aligned with our Car Policy.
- Mobile phone & laptop provided.
- You will be trained on our Products & Brands and our Sales Methodology.
- Comprehensive onboarding program and continuous support from the Sales Manager.
- Professional development opportunities, including internal mobility, coaching, and access to the Somfy training ecosystem.
- A strong international environment, with close collaboration across the Baltic team and the broader Eastern Europe organization.
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