Sales Director

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• Overall Business & Sales Operations Fully manage the company's sales operations and overall business activities in the German market, ensuring efficient execution and sustainable growth. • Strategic Planning Develop forward-looking sales strategies based on German automotive industry trends, market competition, and company capabilities, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate goals. • Channel Development & Management Lead the expansion and optimization of sales channels, establish and maintain strong partnerships with distributors, agents, and system integrators, and enhance market coverage in Germany. • Key Account & Customer Relationship Management Gain deep insights into customer needs, drive customer relationship management, and maintain long-term strategic partnerships, with special focus on Volkswagen Group and its subsidiaries (e.g., Audi, Porsche, Škoda, Seat).

Requirement • sWork Authorization Have the legal right to work in Germany (holding a German or EU passport, permanent residence permit, etc.) • .Language Skills Native German speaker with fluent business German and English communication skills; additional French is a plus • .Education Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering • .OEM Sales Experience 10+ years of experience in OEM sales, with a proven track record of successful sales achievements and deep understanding of sales strategies and customer needs • .Automotive Industry Knowledge Familiar with OEM procurement processes and supplier access requirements of major automotive manufacturers, especially Volkswagen Group (including VW, Audi, Porsche, etc.), as well as BMW and Mercedes-Benz • .Network & Relationships Have established good relationships with German automotive industry associations (e.g., VDA), government agencies, and key industry partners, with an accumulated customer resource network • .Strategic & Decision-Making Capability Possess strong strategic planning and decision-making skills, capable of leading major sales decisions for the German market • .Project Management Strong project management skills, able to drive project delivery and be accountable for project P&L indicators Preferred Qualificatio • nsExperience working with Volkswagen Group's procurement and R&D department • s.Familiarity with German automotive industry standards (e.g., VDA 6.3, IATF 16949 • ).Existing network within Volkswagen's supply chain ecosyste