Job brief
Our client is a leading high-tech player in the automotive industry specializing in the full lifecycle (R&D design manufacturing sales) of automotive NVH (Noise Vibration and Harshness) components. Boasting strong technical expertise proprietary innovations and a proven track record in serving top-tier automotive clients it is well-positioned for global market expansion with a strategic focus on strengthening its footprint in international automotive supply chains.
As our client accelerates its global growth and aims to penetrate key European automotive markets we are seeking a results-driven Sales Manager specializing in automotive NVH components. This role will lead the end-to-end expansion of our clients product portfolio into top Germany automotive OEMs (e.g. Volkswagen BMW Mercedes-Benz) focusing on building long-term strategic partnerships and aligning local sales initiatives with global corporate strategy to drive sustainable growth in Germany.
What We Offer
A strategic role with autonomy to shape Germany NVH component market strategy.
Opportunities to collaborate with top - tier OEMs and drive impactful product innovation.
Competitive compensation and global career growth prospects.
Responsibilities
Sales Strategy and Planning
- Develop localized sales targets strategies and budgets aligned with global objectives analyze local market trends competitors and customer needs to optimize sales tactics product positioning and pricing.
- Monitor budget execution and dynamically adjust resources to ensure achievement of sales KPIs.
Sales Performance Management
Track analyze sales data (revenue market share etc.) and propose data - driven improvements. Manage optimize existing sales channels and develop new ones to support business expansion.Oversee the full contract lifecycle (negotiation execution compliance) to ensure alignment with local regulations trade laws and company policies.Development and Relationship Management of New Automotive OEM Clients
Build and expand a high - value key account network among Germany a systematic CRM framework to streamline client engagement.Nurture long - term partnerships with top clients (e.g. Volkswagen BMW Mercedes-Benz) to drive customer satisfaction and secure repeat business / strategic collaborations.Cross - Functional Collaboration and Support
Collaborate with internal teams (production logistics after - sales) to ensure on - time order delivery and high - quality post - sales regularly to the Overseas Sales Director on performance market dynamics and key account status.Liaise with quality / R&D teams to resolve client technical customer feedback into insights for product optimization and innovation.Requirements
Professional Experience
Minimum 5 years of automotive components sales experience with more than3 years in regional sales management (Germany automotive market focus preferred) deep expertise in OEM procurement processes and supplier commercial negotiation frameworks.Preferred : Experience as a Sales Manager at Germany Tier 1 automotive suppliers with a proven track of collaborating with major OEMs (Volkswagen BMW Mercedes-Benz etc.).Technical and Industry Knowledge
Solid understanding of automotive body systems and NVH technologiesFamiliarity with sales standard development methodologies and automotive components product lifecycle management.Core Competencies
Exceptional market development acumen : ability to identify opportunities penetrate new accounts and close high - value deals; strong stakeholder management PR and negotiation skills to build trust with OEM decision - makers.Proficiency in analyzing industry pain points uncovering customer core needs to guide R&D for customer - centric products; excellent skills in standardizing / streamlining work processes.Language Proficiency
Native - level fluency in German (written / spoken) mandatory.Fluent in English (written / spoken) preferred.Key Skills
Business Development,Sales Experience,B2B Sales,Marketing,Cold Calling,Account Management,Territory Management,Salesforce,Affiliate Marketing,CRM Software,negotiation,Lead Generation
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1