Business Development Manager

HIKMICRO; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading firm in outdoor technology seeks a Business Development Manager to expand its presence in the DACH region. Responsibilities include developing the Hunting and Fishing market, building relationships with distributors, and organizing marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience in related fields, strong communication skills, and be fluent in German and English. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits such as a company car and laptop.

Leistungen

Competitive wages

Yearly bonus

Work phone and SIM card

Company car

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience in Outdoor / Hunting / Fishing / Optoelectronic distribution, retail, sales, or channel management.
• Familiar with the DACH hunting market.
• Currently living in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, and willing to travel frequently.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with the local team to achieve regional sales targets.
• Develop the Hunting and Outdoor market in the DACH region.
• Identify new business opportunities and growth potential.
• Establish and maintain relationships with distributors and dealers.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge in hunting/outdoor/optoelectronic industry

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Data analysis

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Business Development Manager for the DACH Hunting/Fishing and Outdoor Market

HIKMICRO is looking for a Business Development Manager for the DACH Hunting/Fishing and Outdoor Market.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in the hunting/outdoor/optoelectronic industry, as well as experience in channel development and sales.

The primary responsibility is to expand HIKMICRO’s presence in the DACH region by building and maintaining solid business relationships with distributors, dealers, associations, relevant authorities, and end users.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the local team to achieve regional sales targets.
• Develop the Hunting and Outdoor market in the DACH region through market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights.
• Identify new business opportunities and growth potential across various sales channels.
• Approach, establish, and maintain long‑term relationships with distributors, dealers, partners, and end users.
• Organize and support marketing activities, including trade shows, roadshows, dealer events, product trainings, and other promotional initiatives.
• Present solutions and products to customers and partners with a professional and consultative approach.
• Participate in industry associations, clubs, and interest groups to expand market influence.
• Assist clients with tenders, key projects, and customized requests.
• Promote HIKMICRO as a preferred brand within the hunting and outdoor ecosystem.
• Prepare regular business reports as required by management.

Perfect Candidate

• A licensed hunter or an experienced outdoor sports enthusiast (strong advantage).
• Currently living in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, and willing to travel frequently within the region.
• Experienced (3+ years) in Outdoor / Hunting / Fishing / Optoelectronic distribution, retail, sales, or channel management.
• Familiar with the DACH hunting market, including associations, dealers, and user communities.
• Fluent in German and English (fluency in French is a plus).
• Strong in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building.
• Skilled at MS Office and able to prepare structured reports.
• Self‑driven, reliable, and proactive, with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Holding a driver's license (Category B or equivalent).
• Strong reporting skills and the ability to collect and analyze data are considered a plus.
• Experience working in a multinational company is preferred, along with strong cross‑cultural communication skills.

Why us?

• International working environment
• A fast‑growing and dynamic local team
• Competitive wages and yearly bonus
• Work phone, SIM card, laptop, and company car

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Location

Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany