Head of Sales (m/f/d)
Key information
- Publication date:01 October 2024
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:English (Native language), French (Intermediate)
- Place of work:Vaud
Seeking Dynamic Sales Specialist
Our client in the canton of Vaud is a dynamic player specializing in the manufacturing of high-tech machinery and is focused on complete production lines for large international clients. With deep expertise in areas such as drip irrigation, multilayer composite pipe production, and precise laser welding, they bring decades of experience and global technology leadership. The company is well-equipped to meet individual requirements and deliver customized solutions. As a reinforcement for the team, we are looking for a
Your role
- Report to the CEO, overseeing the sales and marketing department to drive growth by expanding the customer base and entering new markets.
- Lead project acquisition, focusing on closing deals with healthy margins and maintaining clear customer documentation.
- Implement best sales practices and systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and support new customer and market acquisition.
- Manage the sales team, marketing activities, after-sales business and strategic market development worldwide, including establishing a U.S. sales presence.
Your profile
- A degree in fields such as mechanical engineering, business or similar to be able to understand and explain the technical and commercial USPs of our client’s complex products
- International experience leading global sales activities with expertise in relevant regions (Europe, USA, Middle East and North Africa, India, and Mexico), combined with a strong personality and the ability to form and defend opinions
- Several years of experience in a project-based, complex machinery business with large global customers. Experience in the plastics and/or metal processing machinery industry is a plus
- Proven experience in digitizing sales practices, with expertise in modern CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce) and a strong commitment to successfully implementing such systems within the company
Your benefits
- Challenging role with the opportunity to drive business growth and create sustainable value
- A skilled workforce with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and opportunities for long-term growth
- Cutting-edge technology, a diverse product range, and a global client base with high market impact
- With outstanding performance, potential to advance to the C-level team within 12-24 months
Do you want to shape the future and be a part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration? We are looking forward to hearing from you at Write an email. You can rely on our discretion.
Nicole Schmidt, Partner
Zalina Akhaeva, Recruiting Consultant
