For one of our customers, a successful global operating business unit of a global corporation we are currently searching for a
Marketing & Sales director
In this position you ensure development and implementation of the longer term commercial plan in order to achieve the objectives of market development, sales and contribution.
Main accountabilities
Develop strategic plan for the market and application development of existing products and products under development. Focuses on global market development.
Search new markets and identify market entrance strategies.
Further develop commercial organization.
Determine marketing mix for assigned products.
Follow closely technology, market and competitor developments.
Look actively for new applications for existing or new products and supports (potential) customers in developing applications or finding solutions to problems.
Steer key account managers, business developer and agents.
Negotiate sales to global customers.
Analyse and resolve technical complaints together with R&D.
Job Holder Profile
University graduate, preferably in Engineering
Experience in a commercial position in a technical environment.
Willingness to travel frequently within Europe and to Asia and USA.
Language skills: fluent in German, English and preferably also in Dutch.