******Candidates must reside in Germany******
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to lead and grow the Ultrafabrics brand presence in the German market. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales within the textile industry, a deep understanding of the German marketplace, and a proven ability to build lasting relationships with key accounts. They should also understand the intricacies of the A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets and possess strong relationships in each
market.
Principal Responsibilities/Duties
• Manage the German marketplace for Ultrafabrics, developing clear strategies and business plans to ensure continued sales growth.
• Ensure the monthly and annual sales budget is met/exceeded.
• Responsible for monthly reporting of business KPIs and accurately producing sales forecasts.
• High level input into annual strategic planning process, Sales & Marketing budgets.
• Core expertise in A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets.
• Work with both the Ultrafabrics European and Ultrafabrics U.S. office to ensure global approach.
• Manage Key A&D accounts in German market securing specification & procurement.
• Continue to increase Ultrafabrics brand exposure– promoting Ultrafabrics to all relevant stakeholders within the supply chain.
• Strategic thinker who will target and source new commercial business opportunities.
• Existing wealth of experience within and industry contacts across the A&D & Dealer network.
• Proven ability to develop lasting relationships with key clients to deliver growing sales.
• Continually analyzing customer, competitor and industry trends and providing insight to both EU & US HQ.
• Confidently present the Ultrafabrics brand and product offering to customers at all levels - expert adviser/educator who always adds value.
• Maintain customer files and information through proficient use of the Ultrafabrics CRM system.
• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills showing attention to detail, accuracy, and focus.
Critical Challenges
• Increasing Ultrafabrics market share across the German market.
• Achieving financial goals for the business.
• Promoting Ultrafabrics in a competitively priced market.
• Educating the market about Ultrafabrics’ unique technology and offering.
• Dynamically building lasting relationships with the A&D, Dealer and Contract Furniture markets.
Unique Knowledge & Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent education and related training
• 10+ years’ progressive experience leading sales within a growth-oriented organization serving OEMs and retailers.
* 10 years experience selling Textiles within the Contract Furniture Industry.
• English language skills- Professional proficiency.
• Driven, results oriented and commercially astute.
• Strong understanding of end user markets in all sectors
• Demonstrated ability to achieve outsized revenue growth.
• Impeccable oral and verbal communications and presentation skills
• Team Player - work in close collaboration with Operations, Customer Services & HQ always ensuring high-level customer service.
• Thrives within an entrepreneurial and collaborative business environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and natural problem solver.
• Exhibit strong computer literacy with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sage CRM