Sales Director - Europe

Influx Search; Lille; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading consultancy in sustainable water technology seeks a Sales Director for Europe. You will lead commercial growth, managing teams and partnerships across multiple countries, and drive key strategies in the water treatment sector. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years' experience in sales leadership, with a strong background in water treatment. Enjoy the chance to impact a growing sector sustainably and work in a collaborative culture.

Prestations

Significant autonomy

Collaborative international culture

Influence on European growth strategy

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial leadership experience in water treatment or filtration sector.
• Fluency in English with other European languages as a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsabilités

• Define and execute European sales strategy for water markets.
• Lead and develop cross-functional commercial team across Europe.
• Drive pipeline generation and conversion for revenue growth.

Connaissances

Leadership

Revenue growth management

Customer relationship management

Market strategy development

Formation

Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Description du poste

Do you want to play a strategic role in a pioneering, international organisation addressing some of the world’s most pressing water challenges?

Influx Search has again partnered with a global leader in advanced membrane filtration technologies that enable clean, sustainable water treatment and reuse. Their mission is to deliver high-performance, environmentally responsible filtration solutions that support industries and communities worldwide.

The Role

As Sales Director – Europe, you’ll lead regional commercial growth for a business that’s redefining water treatment. Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, you’ll manage a talented European team, drive key partnerships and shape the go-to-market strategy across France, Benelux, Spain, Italy and the Nordics.

You’ll play a critical role in accelerating regional revenue growth, building customer intimacy, and helping to position the organisation as a trusted partner to utilities, OEMs and industrial clients across the continent.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the European sales strategy for municipal and industrial water markets.
• Lead and develop a cross-functional commercial team (sales and applications) across multiple European countries.
• Drive pipeline generation and conversion to achieve double-digit regional revenue growth.
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with utilities, OEMs and engineering consultants.
• Engage directly with senior customers to support major tenders and complex contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with global leadership on business planning, market development, and regional forecasting.
• Represent the organisation at key trade events and exhibitions across Europe.

Candidate Profile

We’re seeking a commercially astute, hands‑on leader with deep understanding of water treatment, membranes or industrial filtration. You’ll combine technical credibility with a pragmatic, customer‑focused approach and the drive to grow a region in a fast‑scaling business.

Essential Experience

• 10+ years of commercial leadership experience within the water treatment or filtration sector.
• Proven record in driving revenue growth and managing multi-country sales teams.
• Strong experience with municipal utilities and / or industrial reuse markets.
• Fluency in English; other European languages are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Degree‑qualified in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

What’s in it for you?

Join a business that combines innovation, sustainability and real‑world impact. You’ll enjoy significant autonomy, a collaborative international culture and the chance to directly influence European growth strategy.

If you’re an ambitious sales leader with a passion for sustainable water technology, we’d love to hear from you.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, apply via LinkedIn or get in touch with Max Fraser‑Krauss ([e-mail]) to apply directly!

Influx Search is a global executive and specialty search recruitment consultancy that helps businesses find the best talent across a wide range of water, clean‑tech and environmental applications.

Our mission is clear: to streamline, optimise, and propel your businesses recruitment plans.