We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager (m/f/d) to join our growing international sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing relationships with existing customers, developing new business opportunities, and driving sales growth across your region. You will collaborate closely with our product, engineering, and program management teams to ensure customer needs are met from initial inquiry to final delivery.
Manage and grow relationships with existing airline and OEM customers worldwide.
Develop sales strategies and account plans to achieve revenue and market share targets.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time project execution.
Provide market feedback, competitive analysis, and regional insights to management.
Represent ZIM Aircraft Seating at trade shows, conferences, and customer meetings.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in B2B sales, ideally in the aviation or aerospace industry.
Fluent in German and English; additional languages (e.g., French, Spanish, Mandarin) are an asset.
Efficiency with MS Office Applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
We are a medium-sized company with an international working environment, multinational teams and varied tasks. In addition to short decision-making paths, our open-door policy and our flat hierarchies, we also impress with:
An opportunity to work with a globally recognized brand in aircraft seating and a collaborative and dynamic international team environment.
Career development and growth opportunities.
A permanent position with performance-related and fair pay
Individual support for your professional development through, for example, training courses, workshops and language courses
Collegial cooperation, which is also strengthened by staff meetings, spacious social rooms and company events (e.g. summer party, Christmas party or after-work events)
Sitting areas, table football and free drinks ensure a pleasant working atmosphere
Promoting your work-life balance through mobile working, time off for special occasions and a flexible working time model without core working hours
Other benefits, such as 30 days' vacation, subsidized company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, free parking on the company premises and good transport links Contact
Discover the innovative world of ZIM Aircraft Seating GmbH – a leading company in the development and manufacture of first-class aircraft seats for renowned airlines worldwide. Our customized solutions guarantee maximum comfort for passengers and optimal cabin interiors through intelligent design.
With our team of around 170 dedicated employees and our majority affiliation with the AURELIUS Group, a pan-European asset manager, we set standards in the aviation industry.
Over 40 satisfied airline customers already rely on our top quality and German craftsmanship. We offer varied tasks in an international environment and an inspiring atmosphere where your ideas are welcome.