Aftermarket Sales Manager

pbKONI is in the exciting process of executing a new global growth strategy in the Automotive After Market. The strategy is based on customer, product, and digital expansion. The strategy is built around the introduction of new product lines, new applications, and new technologies for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. This product offensive is supported by a new global Marketing Communications strategy. /b /pbrIs dit uw volgende baan? Lees de volledige omschrijving hieronder om erachter te komen en aarzel niet om te solliciteren.brpbThe Sales Manager, responsible for Europe, MENA and APAC regions, will play a key role in driving the company’s growth strategy within the market, not just limited to the After Market, also development of the OE business in the region can be part of the responsibilities /b /pbrpbAs the Sales Manager, you have a unique opportunity to contribute to this important step in the KONI history. You will be working with national and international contacts, internal and external, to identify and manage new business opportunities. You will also be working to strengthen and grow existing business with the current KONI partners in the region. You listen and look for any opportunity where the KONI value proposition can be offered. /b /pbrpbThe key responsibilities include: /b /pbrullibr/liliManaging customer satisfaction of the current reseller networkbr/liliWholesalebr/liliRetailbr/liliAnalyzing market-trends, informing the team about this and the related recommendationsbr/liliContributing to and executing of the marketing-sales strategy for the region. Both, B2C and B2B.br/liliOrganic sales growthbr/liliLooking for new product-market combinationsbr/liliEnsuring effective communication between KONI and its partners, with regards to logistics, quality, etc.br/liliTeam Managementbr/liliAssign responsibilities and ensure accountability within the team.br/liliConduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.br/liliFoster collaboration between sales and marketing functions.br/liliRecruit, train, and mentor sales and marketing team members.br/li /ulbrpbWe need your experience and skills! /b /pbrpbThe ideal candidate has a results oriented approach, is willing to work in a challenging environment and is always looking to improve. /b /pbrpbKey requirements are: /b /pbrullibr/liliFive to ten years of relevant experience in the Automotive After Market industry in the regionbr/liliAble to define and execute sales strategies based on identified market opportunitiesbr/liliFinding opportunities to promote the KONI Brand during consumer oriented eventsxperience in building and maintaining a business network, with a long-term viewbr/liliKey words that are attributable to you: genuine, professional, social, team player, ambitious, continuous improvementbr/liliAble to communicate at all business levels in English. Knowledge of German language and culture is an advantagebr/liliTaking ownership of your business relations and making sure they experience premium products as well as premium supportbr/liliBeing available for (frequent) events at the weekendsbr/li /ulbrpbKey Behavioral Traits for Success: /b /pbrullibr/lilibAttention to Detail: /b Ability to follow detailed procedures, ensuring accuracy in documentation and data management.br/lilibCustomer Relationship Management: /b Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with customers, ensuring long-term business success. xgiwjmb br/lilibTeamwork Communication: /b Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and contribute to group decision-making processes.br/li /ulbr