Commercial Manager - Europe

Company

Our client keeps companies on the move with the best tyre solutions.

Role

• Develop and implement the division's strategic plans and initiatives to achieve sales and growth objectives;
• Oversee the development and execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives to promote truck sales and brand awareness;
• Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities, and provide recommendations for product enhancements or new product development;
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients, dealers, and partners to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty;
• Collaborate with the supply chain and operations team to ensure the availability of truck inventory, timely delivery, and efficient operations to meet customer demands;
• Monitor and analyze divisional financial performance, ensuring adherence to budget and taking corrective actions when necessary;
• Regularly report on divisional performance to senior management, providing insights and recommendations for improvements;
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to truck sales and operations;
• You will get the opportunity to build your own sales team in the future;
• Have an entrepreneurial mind set and demonstrate a can do mentality.

Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, or a related field (MBA preferred);
• Proven experience of at least 8-10 years in sales and management roles within the truck industry or a related field;
• Proven track record in truck business with a comprehensive network throughout Europe;
• Strong knowledge of the truck business, market trends, and customer needs;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans that drive sales growth and market penetration;
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse workforce;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, dealers, and internal stakeholders;
• Analytical mindset, with the ability to identify business opportunities, analyze data, and make data-driven decisions;
• Proficient in using CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant tools;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities effectively;
• Preferably Dutch native and fluent in English;
• You are available for frequent international travelling (mainly in Europe);
• Your home base is the Netherlands;
• Entrepreneur with a can-do mentality.

Deal

• Good basic salary with an interesting bonus element;
• Working conditions in accordance with the collective Labor agreement Tires and Wheels;
• A warm welcome by 500 enthusiastic (inter)national colleagues;
• Vitality is rewarded with 2 extra days of leave;
• Free access to our own gym;
• Every day fresh fruit and a healthy lunch is served in our own restaurant;
• The opportunity to be part of a fast growing company, based in a brand new office building;
• Fun parties, drinks and other fun activities;
• You can make a difference by creating your own success!