Country Manager Sales

emerson; France; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global technology firm in France is seeking a strategic Sales Leader to drive commercial strategy and sales performance for the Klauke and RIDGID brands. This role involves leading the sales team, fostering a collaborative culture, and identifying growth opportunities in the French market. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, five years of sales management experience, native-level French, and strong English skills. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Prestations

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Mentorship and training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of sales management experience in an industrial/technical environment.
• Proven experience presenting to senior leadership and defending recommendations with data.
• Strong understanding of the French market and success growing revenue in France.
• Native-level French and very strong English skills required.

Responsabilités

• Lead commercial strategy and sales performance for France.
• Support sales team with customer visits and coaching.
• Develop employees and create a high-performance culture.
• Identify new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for seamless customer support.

Connaissances

Strategic sales leadership

Customer relationship management

Market analysis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Sales, or related field

Description du poste

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be :

• Lead the commercial strategy and sales performance for France, driving growth for the Klauke and RIDGID brands and strengthen customer relationships
• Actively support the Sales Team for the Klauke and RIDGID brands, including customer visits, coaching, and strategic and operational sales support
• Lead, guide, and develop the employees at the Creutzwald facility, creating a collaborative, high-performance team culture
• Maintain regular on-site presence in Creutzwald (minimum of two days per week) to ensure close collaboration, effective leadership, and alignment with operational needs
• Identify new business opportunities and drive revenue growth by expanding market share across priority segments
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless customer support

Who You Are :

You are a strategic, customer-focused sales leader who understands the French market in depth. You anticipate market shifts, competitive actions, and customer needs, and adjust your strategies accordingly. You communicate effectively across diverse audiences and adapt your style to different stakeholders. You foster collaboration and encourage diverse viewpoints within your team. You build strong, lasting relationships with key accounts and act as a trusted advisor who represents the company with professionalism and commercial acumen.

For This Role, You Will Need :

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Sales, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of sales management experience, ideally in an international or industrial / technical environment
• Proven experience presenting commercial and technical topics to senior leadership and defending recommendations with data-driven reasoning
• Strong understanding of the French market and proven success in growing revenue in France
• Native-level French language skills
• Very strong command of English

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart :

• Experience in B2B industrial, manufacturing, or technology-driven sales environments
• Strong project and account management skills with a disciplined approach to CRM and pipeline management
• Demonstrated success in developing sales strategies and leading teams or partners to achieve ambitious goals
• Familiarity with channel management (distributors / agents) in France
• Professional certifications in sales, key account management, or business development are a plus
• Master’s degree is an asset

Our Culture & Commitment To You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.