Sales Manager

Dometic Group; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus scheme

Employee discounts on products

Opportunities to make an impact

Job summary

Dometic Group, based in the Netherlands, seeks a Sales Manager for its Marine OEM team to grow the OEM Marine business across the DACH & BNLX region. You will build strong relationships with OEM customers, shipyards and naval architects, promoting HVAC solutions and driving growth.

You will work with engineering to tailor marine HVAC systems, lead negotiations, and ensure project delivery, while travelling within the region.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in marine HVAC systems, refrigeration, or related technical systems.
• Proven sales engineering or business development experience in OEM marine.
• Fluency in English and at least one local language (German, Dutch, or French).
• Willingness to travel within the DACH & BNLX regions.

Responsibilities

• Pursue new OEM business in the DACH & BNLX region, exceed revenue targets.
• Qualify leads and convert them to sales.
• Develop sales strategies to penetrate new markets and maintain relationships.
• Attend industry events to generate business leads.
• Provide technical advice on HVAC solutions for vessels.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop custom marine HVAC systems.
• Lead contract negotiations and coordinate project timelines.
• Oversee order process and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide regular sales reports and forecasts.
• Maintain long-term OEM relationships.

Skills

English fluency

German/Dutch/French

Sales engineering

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Travel readiness

CAD familiarity

Driving license

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Marine Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

BOM knowledge

Job description

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Sales Manager. This position reports to Head of Marine OEM EMEA.

About the position

As a Sales Manager in the marine OEM team, you will drive the growth of our OEM Marine business in the DACH & BNLX region. The ideal candidate will possess both technical knowledge and a strong commercial aptitude, enabling them to build and nurture relationships with key OEM customers, shipyards, and naval architects. As a Sales manager, you will be responsible for promoting our marine solutions, identifying new business opportunities, and providing technical expertise to both prospective and existing clients.

Your main responsibilities

• Actively pursue new business opportunities with OEM manufacturers, shipyards, and marine project developers within the DACH & BNLX region.
• Identify, qualify, and convert leads into sales, achieving or exceeding revenue targets.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to penetrate new markets and maintain strong relationships with existing customers.
• Attend industry trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events to represent the company and generate business leads.
• Provide technical advice and support to clients, helping them choose the best HVAC solutions based on their specific vessel requirements and project specifications.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to develop customized HVAC systems for marine applications.
• Present product features, benefits, and value propositions to decision-makers, including project managers, engineers, and shipyard leaders.
• Lead the coordination of technical specifications, project timelines, and contract negotiations, ensuring smooth communication between the client, internal teams, and external partners.
• Oversee the order process, ensuring timely delivery and installation of HVAC systems, while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to stay informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and customer needs in the OEM marine sector.
• Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to management, ensuring alignment with regional goals and targets.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with OEM customers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all customer inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring timely resolutions.
• Undertake other tasks as may be required from time to time by the Directors of Dometic.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A competitive bonus scheme
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a solid experience within business development and sales engineering – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field, with experience in marine HVAC systems, refrigeration, or related technical systems.
• Proven experience in sales engineering or business development within the OEM marine industry, ideally focusing on HVAC systems, marine equipment, or related technologies.
• Knowledge of the DACH & BNLX Markets: Deep understanding of the marine sector within the DACH & BNLX regions, including local regulations, market dynamics, and key industry players.
• Strong ability to engage with OEM manufacturers, shipyards, and marine project developers, offering tailored solutions that meet customer needs.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills, with fluency in both English and at least one local language (German, Dutch, or French).
• Comfortable discussing technical specifications and capable of explaining complex HVAC systems to non-technical stakeholders.
• Full driving license

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Experience in sales engineering or business development specifically for the marine systems industry.
• Familiarity with CAD systems, technical specifications, and BOM (Bill of Materials)
• Willingness to travel frequently within the DACH & BNLX region to meet clients and attend industry events.
• Ability to work closely with engineering teams, project managers, and customer service teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and customer requirements are met.

And of course – our Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.