Lead commercial activities across Germany for a global industrial automation technology innovator and also take on co-MD and P&L responsibilities in the near future.
This role is suited for an exceptional senior B2B sales leader with a successful track record in international, high-performance companies, with a strong focus on people development and low ego.
The Opportunity
You’ve likely purchased or used products touched by Videojet Technologies this week. Our printing and laser marking solutions help ensure food, beverages, pharmaceutical, and other products are authentic and safe, from freshness dating to track and trace coding.
Following an extensive onboarding and transition period, the jobholder will lead the commercial teams in Germany, comprising approximately 50 associates (field sales, customer care, post-sales orders, technical sales, etc). Reporting to the Senior Commercial Director – Central Europe, this is a hybrid position with at least 2 days a week in our Limberg office near Frankfurt and regular travel across Germany to meet customers.
The Commercial Lead will develop and execute transformative growth strategies, leveraging Videojet’s strong business and technology foundation. Responsibilities include delivering revenue, cost, and profit targets, providing inspirational leadership, accelerating solutions sales growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, managing working capital, and ensuring accurate revenue and order forecasting.
There is potential to take on additional co-Managing Director responsibilities for Germany in the future.
The Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience in sales leadership with a track record of devising successful commercial strategies and driving growth in high-performance B2B organizations (P&L experience is an advantage).
* An inspirational leader focused on talent development and team engagement.
* Energetic, resilient, analytical, with excellent communication skills in fluent German and English.
* Lives within a commutable distance of Limburg and is willing to travel frequently across Germany.
* An undergraduate degree is required; an MBA is preferred.
About Videojet
Videojet is a global leader in product marking and coding technology solutions, serving sectors including food & beverages and pharmaceuticals. With over 4,000 employees worldwide, it is part of Veralto (www.veralto.com | NYSE: VLTO), a Fortune 500 company dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food, and medicine.
Joining Veralto’s network means becoming part of a culture where purpose meets possibility, with opportunities to develop skills, pursue ambitions, and grow careers while making a meaningful impact on vital resources.
We value diversity and the unique perspectives it brings, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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