Sales Manager Nordics Building Materials

Swisskrono; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work remote

Job summary

Swiss Krono Group is seeking a Sales Manager Nordics to develop and execute regional sales strategies for Scandinavia within the building materials market. The role emphasizes growing DIY channels, pursuing new accounts, and deploying effective product prescriptions.

You will collaborate with marketing on campaigns and launches, analyze market trends, and report forecasts to Group Management. Remote work is possible, and fluency in English plus at least one Scandinavian language is required.

Qualifications

• Sales success in interior and/or flooring industries, preferably Scandinavia.
• Strong understanding of Scandinavian market dynamics and trends.
• Fluency in English and at least one Scandinavian language.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies for Scandinavia to meet revenue targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and pursue new accounts and market segments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with DIY clients in the region.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop campaigns, product launches, and initiatives tailored to the Nordic market.
• Analyze market trends and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Prepare sales forecasts and reports for senior management; present updates regularly.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events; report to Group Management.

Skills

Sales experience

English language

Swedish

Danish

Norwegian

Negotiation

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Job description

Описание

Sales Manager Nordics (m/f/d) Building Materials The SWISS KRONO Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of wood-based materials and stands for sustainable and innovative solutions in the fields of interiors, flooring and building materials. Founded in 1966 as a family-owned company, the Group now employs around 5,000 people at 12 production sites in eight countries around the globe. Our headquarters are located in Lucerne, Switzerland. In our international environment you can develop your personal strengths and advance professionally. We focus on the best - for our employees and customers. This is how we create wood in top form.

Задачи

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve company wide objectives and revenue targets in Scandinavia.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including new accounts and market segments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with DIY clients in the region.
• Make use of your project prescription and execution experience.
• Provide product knowledge and support to customers, ensuring they are equipped with the information needed to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns, product launches, and other marketing initiatives tailored to the Scandinavian market.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Prepare and present sales forecasts, reports, and updates to senior management on a regular basis.
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities.
• You will report directly into Group Management.

Требования

• Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field or comparable background.
• Proven track record of sales success in the interior and/or flooring products industry, preferably in Scandinavia.
• Strong understanding of the Scandinavian market dynamics, including industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscape.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales and business development.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English and one or more Scandinavian languages (Swedish, Danish, Norwegian) is required.

Условия

• Professional onboarding and close collaboration.
• Stable international business environment in a market leading Swiss family owned company.
• Opportunity to work remote.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Personal benefits based on location.