Chef de Région/Sales Area Manager Normandy

MG Motor France; Normandie; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive company in Normandie is looking for a Sales Executive to develop brand awareness and manage distributor networks. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in the automotive sector and proven sales capabilities. Responsibilities include setting sales targets, building marketing plans, and frequent travel (approximately 80%). Strong networking skills and fluency in French and English are required. Apply now by sending your CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Relevant network in France with distributors and sales partners.
• Strong background in automotive products.
• Understanding of multiple customer group perceptions.

Responsibilities

• Develop awareness for the MG brand in Normandie.
• Negotiate sales targets with distributors.
• Manage distributors to achieve sales targets.

Skills

Sales-oriented

Networking

MS Office proficiency

Fluent in English

Flexible and independent

Job description

Key Results/Accountabilities expected from the role

Your main responsibility will be on the following missions:

• Develop awareness for the MG brand in the area
• Focus on the market by following the phases as defined in the European launch strategy. Define French remarketing and used cars label strategy: P&L, sales channels, volumes, priorities, dealer’s targets, B2B sales, partnerships, commercial policies …
• Search for best candidates and organize contacts with private investors
• Negotiate agreements with candidates to develop a consistent network on your area
• Negotiate annual/quarterly/monthly sales targets with distributors
• Build marketing and actions plans with your dealers. Focus on salesmen recruitments and training
• Manage distributors to achieve sales targets
• Secure invoicing process and reduce overdue payment as financial floorplan management with your dealers
• Collect necessary product information to enable SMF to execute product management based upon French requirements
• Visit partners such as leasing companies, fleet owners and key account customers to sell MG and support growth
• Report KPIs of your region and market trends to SAIC MOTOR FRANCE managers
• Handle administrative tasks such as weekly reports, forecasts, or marketing plans

Experience & Educational background & Expertise

• Has a relevant network in France to distributor networks and sales partners
• Has a strong background in automotive products
• Sales-oriented with understanding of multiple customer group perceptions
• Skilled in using basic computer applications (MS Office) and able to understand multiple languages and cultures
• Native French and Fluent in English at a business-professional level (internal meetings conducted in English)
• Must be able to work independently: self-starter
• High level of flexibility in time, location and multiple solutions
• Valid driving license

Location

Travel: about 80% of the time

Be part of our SAIC Motor France team and apply now!

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