Sales Manager

Plasma International Ltd; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in lithium-ion battery systems is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth in Europe, focusing on passenger car and commercial vehicle markets. The ideal candidate will have a degree in industrial engineering, at least five years of sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and an ability to provide technical solutions to customers. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's expansion across Europe.

Qualifikationen

• At least 5 years of experience in series sales for passenger cars and commercial vehicles.
• Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and automotive engineering.
• Desirable knowledge of electric and hybrid drive technology using battery solutions.

Aufgaben

• Own and exceed annual sales targets within assigned territory and accounts.
• Develop and execute strategic plan to achieve sales targets and expand customer base.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Sales Skills

Customer Relationships

Market Knowledge

Technical Advice

Ausbildung

Degree in industrial engineering or engineering degree with commercial focus

Jobbeschreibung

Sales Manager required for a global leader in the development of lithium-ion battery systems for the global automotive and energy storage industries.

Our client has been instrumental in pushing the technological boundaries of lithium-ion battery-based electrification through the development and manufacture of innovative battery Systems for a wide range of application areas.

They now seek to recruit an adept Sales Manager to drive the companys growth in Europe initially targeting the passenger car and commercial vehicle markets

Working closely with key decision makers within your target area you will be responsible for providing technical advice to customers and developing solutions. You will be responsible for the organisation and implementation of the sales process, from the initial customer requirement to the preparation of the quotation, pricing and closing of the deal.

You will be expected to maintain high levels of support to existing customers and acquire new customers by carrying out market and competition monitoring to identify new applications and business opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Own and hit/exceed annual sales targets within assigned territory and accounts
• Develop and execute strategic plan to achieve sales targets and expand customer base
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships
• Partner with customers to understand their business needs and objectives
• Effectively communicate the value proposition through proposals and presentations
• Understand category-specific landscapes and trends
• Reporting on forces that shift tactical budgets and strategic direction of accounts

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Degree in industrial engineering or an engineering degree with a commercial focus
• At least 5 years of experience in series sales for passenger cars and commercial vehicles
• A basic understanding of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and automotive engineering
• Knowledge of electric and hybrid drive technology using battery solutions is desirable
• Excellent negotiation and sales skills as well as a confident manner
• You are willing to travel and have a very good command of English

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a leading part in the establishment and growth of the companys core product offering across Europe.

Interested Sales Managers with the above experience are urged to apply without delay.