Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline; MBA is a plus., Over 10 years of significant experience in senior sales and business development roles., Experience in selling Industrial Automation products or Sensors to OEMs., Strong business and finance background with excellent communication skills..

Key responsabilities:

Manage the sales and customer support team across Europe.

Coach, mentor, and develop the sales team.

Monitor and report on all sales activities and results.

Explore and develop new business opportunities to increase sales growth.

Job description

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks, and planes or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPGs deep engineering expertise makes the world safer, smarter, and more productive.

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Head of Sales and Business Development - EMEA to join our Force Sensors division.

Responsibilities

Managing the sales and customer support team across Europe.
Senior partner of the management in the territory.
Coach, mentor and develop the team.
Monitor and report on all sales activity and results.
Prepare annual sales budget and quarterly YEFC (year-end forecast) by customer, product, and territory.
Explore and develop new business opportunities/ market segments within territory; Increase sales growth and maximize market potential.
Selects appropriate subordinate sales staff to ensure smooth growth to support company objectives
Organizes and participates in regional meetings to facilitate efficient business practice
Willingness to travel across the region up to 50%

Region

Europe

Benefits

Upon joining VPG, you become part of an amazing global community. We will support you with on the job training as soon as you join us. We believe in motivating our people to meet their goals and progress in their career, and we are big on internal promotions too!

Our Main Benefits Include

Competitive salary package
VPG Bonus Scheme
Company Car
Private Health Insurance
Pension Scheme employer contribution of 8%!!!!
Life Assurance
Annual leave 25 days plus public holidays (rising to 30 days with service)
Personal development opportunities
Recruitment referral scheme
Free on-site Parking

Requirements

BS in related discipline; MBA is a plus
10+ years of significant experience in sales and business development at a senior level position.
Experience in sales and business development of Industrial Automation products /Sensors (weighing, force) to OEMs (Packaging, Robotics, Medical, Machine Builders, Construction, Agriculture etc.).
Strong business/finance background and experience
Knowledge of commercial transactional process involved with sales
Previous experience negotiating multi-year contracts with large, global OEMs
Excellent communication and presentation skills

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