Vice President Sales (m/f/d)
We are looking for a strong sales manager for the strategic and operational management of the sales team at the Selb headquarters. The role includes budget and resource responsibility, deadline controlling of international sales projects, the further development of sales processes and key figures as well as close cooperation with internal departments. The position is also responsible for the support of ongoing customer projects and stakeholder management at C-level with key customers and suppliers in a dynamic, moldable environment. If you enjoy a varied role in a dynamic environment in which you can make a difference and help shape things, we look forward to receiving your application.
Your Tasks
- Strategic and operational management responsibility for the sales division, including sales, profit margin and market share targets
- Collaboration in strategic corporate considerations in the second management level
- Development and implementation of a scalable sales strategy, adapted to OEM, Tier 1 customers
- Close cooperation with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Controlling and Quality
- Budget responsibility, KPI tracking, ROI analyses and regular reporting to management
- International cooperation with the local support functions in the USA and China markets
Your profile
- Successfully completed technical studies (industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, etc.) or comparable qualification; MBA; doctorate or similar additional qualifications advantageous
- Several years of management experience in sales in the automotive industry or related sectors
- In-depth understanding of B2B sales processes, CRM systems and sales tools
- Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills as well as an analytical, structured way of working and strong decision-making skills
- Strategic thinking paired with a hands-on mentality, motivation, perseverance and resilience
- Business fluent in German and English
- International experience and willingness to travel
Work at RAPA
RAPA is a recognized development partner and supplier for the automotive industry, as well as numerous customers in the healthcare and industrial sectors. The product portfolio includes valves and system solutions for hydraulic and pneumatic applications. Behind our success today are almost 1000 employees worldwide in Germany, the USA and China. The company philosophy of a medium-sized family business is at the heart of all our activities - and has been for over 100 years.
We offer responsible and challenging tasks with scope for creativity and action, as well as flat hierarchies and short communication channels. As a family-run company, we value teamwork and collegiality. Fair pay is a matter of course for us.
Are you interested? Then please apply with your detailed application documents, preferably via our online form or by e-mail to karriere(at)rapa.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Your Benefits
Modern work culture & working environment
Mobile working
Company canteen RAPAteria
Service devices
Company health management
Flexible working hours
RAPA Academy
Employee discounts
JobRad
Company car
