Sales Manager, Germany (m / f / d)

Ultrafabrics; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to enhance its brand presence in the German market. This role involves managing key accounts, developing strategic business plans, and driving sales growth within the A&D, Dealer, and Contract Furniture sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong B2B sales background, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of building lasting relationships with clients. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, and help shape the future of the textile industry in Germany.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in leading sales within a growth-oriented organization.
• Professional proficiency in English and strong understanding of end-user markets.

Aufgaben

• Manage the German marketplace for Ultrafabrics and develop sales strategies.
• Ensure monthly and annual sales budgets are met and report business KPIs.

Kenntnisse

B2B Sales

Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Strategic Planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Tools

Sage CRM

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to lead and grow the Ultrafabrics brand presence in the German market. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales within the textile industry, a deep understanding of the German marketplace, and a proven ability to build lasting relationships with key accounts. They should also understand the intricacies of the A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets and possess strong relationships in each

market.

• Manage the German marketplace for Ultrafabrics, developing clear strategies and business plans to ensure continued sales growth.
• Ensure the monthly and annual sales budget is met / exceeded.
• Responsible for monthly reporting of business KPIs and accurately producing sales forecasts.
• High level input into annual strategic planning process, Sales & Marketing budgets.
• Core expertise in A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets.
• Work with both the Ultrafabrics European and Ultrafabrics U.S. office to ensure global approach.
• Manage Key A&D accounts in German market securing specification & procurement.
• Continue to increase Ultrafabrics brand exposure– promoting Ultrafabrics to all relevant stakeholders within the supply chain.
• Strategic thinker who will target and source new commercial business opportunities.
• Existing wealth of experience within and industry contacts across the A&D & Dealer network.
• Proven ability to develop lasting relationships with key clients to deliver growing sales.
• Continually analyzing customer, competitor and industry trends and providing insight to both EU & US HQ.
• Confidently present the Ultrafabrics brand and product offering to customers at all levels - expert adviser / educator who always adds value.
• Maintain customer files and information through proficient use of the Ultrafabrics CRM system.
• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills showing attention to detail, accuracy, and focus.

Critical Challenges

• Increasing Ultrafabrics market share across the German market.
• Achieving financial goals for the business.
• Promoting Ultrafabrics in a competitively priced market.
• Educating the market about Ultrafabrics’ unique technology and offering.
• Dynamically building lasting relationships with the A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent education and related training
• 10+ years’ progressive experience leading sales within a growth-oriented organization serving OEMs and retailers.
• English language skills- Professional proficiency.
• Driven, results oriented and commercially astute.
• Strong understanding of end user markets in all sectors
• Demonstrated ability to achieve outsized revenue growth.
• Impeccable oral and verbal communications and presentation skills
• Team Player - work in close collaboration with Operations, Customer Services & HQ always ensuring high-level customer service.
• Thrives within an entrepreneurial and collaborative business environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and natural problem solver.
• Exhibit strong computer literacy with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sage CRM