Market Development Manager

Simplehuman EMEA; Düsseldorf; Remote; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in innovative home products is seeking a Market Development Manager for Germany. This role involves supporting key accounts, expanding market presence, and engaging with independent retailers. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and have a strong understanding of the German retail landscape, offering significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Leistungen

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Supportive company culture

Qualifikationen

• 1-2 years of experience in sales within retail or consumer goods.
• Fluency in German and business level English.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel extensively.

Aufgaben

• Support and grow relationships with key accounts and regional stores.
• Identify opportunities for national distribution growth.
• Conduct regular store visits and maintain sales records.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Relationship Building

Communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title : Market Development Manager – Germany

Location : Germany (Remote)

About simplehuman :

simplehuman is a design-driven company that creates innovative home products engineered to make everyday tasks more efficient. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in the U.S., simplehuman is known for its premium-quality bins, mirrors, and kitchen and bathroom accessories that combine smart technology with sleek, modern design. With a strong presence in major retailers worldwide, simplehuman continues to expand its footprint in Europe, bringing its commitment to functionality, durability, and innovation to new markets.

Role Summary :

We are looking for a highly motivated and autonomous Market Development Manager to join our European team and support the development of our business in Germany. Reporting to the European Sales Director, this role will involve supporting and growing relationships with key accounts, developing a regional store-level network, and managing and growing our independent customer base. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, proactive, mobile, and experienced in sales within the retail or consumer goods sector.

Key Responsibilities :

• Key Account Support – build regional store-level network and drive local initiatives
• Manage relationship with independent retailers - day to day support, product range discussions, new product launches and brand execution.
• Business Development - identify and pursue opportunities to grow our national distribution.
• Develop and expand our presence in regional stores, visiting retailers across Germany. Conduct regular store visits (spending approximately one week per month on the field) to enhance relationships and ensure strong product representation.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and contract details.
• Work closely with the European Sales Director (based in the UK) and International Senior Account Manager (based in the US) to shape and execute the brand’s strategy in the German market.
• Work closely with the UK-based sales support team to oversee customer service and order management and ensure best in class service level to the German customers.
• Provide insights on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a sales role within a retail or consumer goods brand.
• Strong understanding of the German retail landscape and experience working with both key accounts and independent retailers.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills with high proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Highly autonomous, proactive, and results-driven individual.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel extensively within Germany.
• Fluency in German; business level in English.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a successful and growing business with an exciting expansion strategy in Germany.
• Work in a dynamic, design-led company with high-quality products.
• Take on a pivotal role with significant opportunities for career development and growth.

If you are passionate about sales, enjoy building relationships, and are eager to contribute to the growth of a premium brand in Germany, we would love to hear from you!ips : Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.