Jotun Group, one of the world's leading paint manufacturers; operates in the decorative, marine, industrial and powder coating markets. The Jotun Group operates in more than 100 countries with 65 companies and 37 factories. 2022 operating income is NOK 27.8 billion and has more than 10,000 employees. The Jotun Group operates in four segments in seven geographic regions and is headquartered in Sandefjord, Norway.

We are looking for an Architectural Spesification Specialist to join our Sales team. 

• Graduated from university (Preferably Architecture, Interior Architecture, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Urban and Regional Planning departments of universities),
• In a similar position min. 2 years of experience,
• No restrictions on domestic and international travel,
• Very good command of English,
• Having a Class B license and able to drive actively,
• Collaboration and teamwork,

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist Spesification Manager in getting approvals on Jotun products for most of the projects in assigned country by providing necessary technical and commercial information in order to increase the chances of securing projects.
• Maintain updated database on all important construction projects and architects in in assigned country.
• Attending and giving support to marketing activities for architectural offices.
  
• Build up strong business network within selected professional group of consultants, architects, designers and project specifiers by initiating contacts to support Jotun’s specifications approvals by project decision makers.
• Conduct technical and commercial trainings/orientation sessions at seminars to increase Jotun’s visibility and maximise sales through architect channel.
• Identify and map projects in assigned country, influence the decision makers to ensure Jotun specifications are approved and securing projects for Jotun’s business benefit.
• Monitor construction and paint industry market status and use the collected data to support Jotun’s position in market by promoting and implementing Jotun products and concepts in order to be the paint supplier leader in market.
• Support the sales team in achieving sales target by securing approvals for Jotun specifications, updating them on project activities and status in order to ensure successful completion of sales process of Jotun to assigned projects.
• Initiate, develop and maintain long term relationships with specifiers by regular visits, conducting presentations and attending seminars.
• Arrange regular meetings with leading architects, consultants and project owners to present Jotun as a Company and its products, including technical documentation on performance, features, etc.