SALES DIRECTOR EUROPE MAINLIGHT GLOBAL OEMS (M/F/D) BG LIGHTING

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 36,500 employees at over 125 locations, the Company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

YOUR TASKS

As Sales Director (m/f/d) International OEMs for the BusinessgroupLighting, you will lead the strategic direction and execution of salesinitiatives across the European region of mainly two customers accounts:Stellantis & Renault. This role encompasses high-level responsibilities,driving regional growth, optimizing customer engagement, and ensuring alignmentwith corporate objectives. You will be instrumental in shaping the future ofthe Mainlight Division through visionary leadership and cross-functionalcollaboration.

• Define and execute the Sales Strategy for Mainlight with International Customers, 2 main customers : Stellantis and Renault.
• Represent thesales function, contributing to strategic decisions and corporategovernance.
• Lead and mentorregional sales teams, fostering a high-performance culture and talentdevelopment.
• Driveacquisition and growth initiatives, ensuring alignment with cost,timeline, and profitability targets.
• Oversee complexnegotiations and strategic partnerships to enhance market position andcustomer satisfaction.
• Championdigital transformation and process optimization across the salesorganization.
• Act as theprimary liaison between key customers and internal stakeholders, managingescalations and strategic communications.
• Promote aculture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellencewithin the sales function.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degreein Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 yearsof progressive experience in automotive sales leadership, including directengagement with European OEMs.
• Proven trackrecord of strategic leadership, team development.
• Deepunderstanding of production, logistics, and cost optimization within theautomotive sector.
• Fluency inEnglish; additional languages such German are a plus.
• Exceptionalanalytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transformation initiatives and drivesustainable growth.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Mobile Working and flexible working time models
• Extensive career and further training opportunities
• Sports and health program HELLA in Motion as well as partner of the company fitness network WELLPASS
• Discounted Germany ticket for bus and train
• Free coffee and water, company restaurants and cafés
• Bicycle leasing and numerous employee benefits
• Company pension plan with HELLA allowance
• Family support: family service and advice on caring for relatives
• Employee events

Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.

Hella stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.

Please send us your application via our career portal, stating your salary requirements and earliest possible starting date, with the reference number req17270.

HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA
Viviane Peters
Rixbecker Str. 75
59552 Lippstadt