Sika is launching the next edition of its International Traineeship Program 2026, offering a 12-month journey starting in Switzerland at the hub in Widen. This structured international traineeship within the Industrial Sector provides a unique opportunity for ambitious early-career professionals to develop into a Key Account Manager in the Industrial marketplace. Participants gain hands-on exposure to products, systems, processes and culture, working closely with experienced sales, technical and market specialists. After successful completion, you will relocate to the UK or Ireland for a full-time, permanent Key Account Manager role.
Tasks
- Learn the Industry product portfolio including flooring systems, adhesives, sealants and composite solutions.
- Gain insight into Industrial market segments such as transportation, renewable energies and production line construction.
- Support Key Account Managers with customer management, proposals and project execution.
- Participate in customer meetings, technical demonstrations and solution presentations.
- Develop commercial skills including pricing, forecasting, CRM (Salesforce) and opportunity management.
- Work cross-functionally with product management, marketing, customer service and technical teams.
- Build a solid understanding of go-to-market strategy and long-term business plans.
- Manage and develop assigned key customer accounts within the Industrial market (after traineeship).
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 to UK or Ireland).
- Customer-focused with strong relationship-building potential.
Benefits
- A structured 12-month 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.
- Competitive salaries aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role.
- Compensation determined based on skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.
- Commitment to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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