International Traineeship Program - A&I - Key Account Manager UK

Sika, a global specialty‑chemicals leader that supplies bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protection solutions for the building sector and industry, is launching the 2026 edition of its International Traineeship Program. The twelve‑month scheme starts in Switzerland, mainly at the Widen hub, and is aimed at early‑career professionals who aspire to become Key Account Managers in the industrial market. During the Swiss rotation, trainees will acquire a solid grounding in Sika’s product range—including flooring systems, adhesives, sealants and composite solutions—and gain insight into industrial segments such as transportation, renewable energy and production‑line construction. They will assist Key Account Managers with customer handling, proposal preparation and project execution, join client meetings and technical demos, and develop commercial abilities like pricing, forecasting, CRM (Salesforce) and opportunity management. Cross‑functional collaboration with product management, marketing, customer service and technical teams will also be part of the daily routine. The programme requires a university degree in engineering, material science, chemistry or a related technical field. Prior exposure through internships, placements or graduate roles in sales, technical support, engineering or industrial markets is advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills, commercial curiosity, analytical thinking and good organisational abilities. Proficiency with IT tools and any CRM experience are beneficial, as is a willingness to learn, adapt and take ownership. Applicants must be highly motivated, proactive, results‑driven, comfortable working both independently and within an international team, and open to relocating from Switzerland to the UK or Ireland. Successful graduates will move to the UK or Ireland as permanent Key Account Managers, responsible for growing key customer accounts, driving profitable growth, shaping sales strategies and delivering technical guidance. The offer includes a structured international traineeship, clear progression to a permanent role, extensive training across products and markets, and competitive salaries aligned with local market benchmarks.