Lovehoney Group is the world’s leading sexual wellbeing company, with the mission to elevate pleasure through innovative technologies, a data-driven approach, and foster creative and fresh perspectives on intimacy. We offer exciting brands with innovative, high-quality sex toys, lingerie, and accessories in a streamlined online shopping experience.At Lovehoney, we employ over 800 passionate and progressive individuals across 9 global offices, each person contributing a unique blend of talents to our diverse workforce. We are proud to be a company that thrives by doing things differently, challenging expectations and stereotypes while making a positive impact on our customers’ lives. Join us at Lovehoney, where pleasure combines with creativity, data, and innovation!We are currently looking for a Director Sales EMEA who will be integral to driving high-level performance across Lovehoney Group. Partnering directly with the Director Sales AMER, your focus will be on leading the EMEA sales organization, developing and implementing the sales strategy as well as strong cooperation with brand and product management. In this role, you will combine your appreciation for execution with your leadership competence. You will develop skills crucial to advancing in a competitive, fast-paced retail sector, all within a company that prizes dedication and results.
What you will do
1. You lead the sales team for Europe (internal and external) and continue to expand it
2. You are part of the commercial management team
3. You develop and implement the sales strategy for EMEA
4. You structure, plan, and optimize all sales activities for existing and new customers
5. You are the contact person for marketing, PR, eCommerce, and other departments, and you create customer-oriented value propositions with them
6. You conduct contract negotiations from start to finish and evaluate sales information including reports
What you should bring
7. You have at least 10 years of relevant professional and strong leadership experience and have already achieved outstanding sales success in a trading company
8. You impress with strong negotiation skills and excellent communication abilities
9. You have a solid network in the field of consumer goods, drugstore, or comparable
10. You are characterised by entrepreneurial thinking and independent work, and you have the courage to try new things as well as the backbone to discard your own ideas
11. You bring a high willingness to travel
12. You are fluent in German and English – both spoken and written
What we can offer you
13. A welcoming workplace full of drinks, snacks, friendly faces and fun team-building events
14. Access to unique discounts at high street retailers, hotels, and service providers, in addition to a 50% discount on all Lovehoney products to explore and discover new ways to have fun
15. Enjoy a hybrid work model that fosters flexibility and work-life balance, with three days per week in-office and the opportunity to work remotely for up to 4 weeks per year, alongside 25 days’ holiday, plus an additional day for each year you are with Lovehoney, providing ample time for relaxation, rejuvenation, and exploration
16. Access to customised training opportunities to support your unique learning journey, complemented by biannual feedback cycles, offering valuable insights into your performance and growth areas, enhancing your development within the company.
17. Recognising the significance of physical and mental health, we proudly provide gym benefits in addition to a mental wellbeing platform, to ensure our employees thrive both professionally and personally.
Our interview process
18. CV Review
19. Talent Acquisition Interview - Online
20. Hiring Manager Interview - Online
21. Hiring Team Panel Interviews - Online
22. Leadership Panel Interviews - Onsite in our Berlin Office
Lovehoney Group is an equal opportunities employer. We promise that every qualified person will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.If you require accommodations during the interview process due to a disability, please inform your Talent Acquisition Specialist so that we can ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates.At Lovehoney Group, we leverage artificial intelligence as part of our screening interview process, for note-taking purposes. Rest assured, we prioritise transparency and respect candidates' preferences. You'll have the option to opt out while still receiving fair consideration for the role.We currently have a hybrid work model supporting a blend of in-office and remote work (3 days per week in-office) If we sparked your interest and you are open to embarking on your professional path with us, please visit our Lovehoney careers page to apply: Our privacy policy is available here: