Country Sales Director (m/w/d)
- Bewerbungsschluss: 31. Dezember 2025
- Leverkusen
- Hybrid
We bring People and Technology together to change things for the better.
We at Etteplan want to hire proactive and skilled people that live for bringing smart solutions to tough challenges.
Etteplan is a fast growing, global technology service company looking for a Country Sales Director to strengthen our sales team in Germany and to build growth with country Business heads.
Are you passionate about sales and a persistent customer value builder? Do you have an innovative and proactive approach in driving customer centric sales, bringing new perspectives and finding new solutions for customers? Then we can offer you a great opportunity in a fast-footed technology service company!
Your role:
- Sales & Business Development in Germany
Lead the identification, qualification and pursuit of new business opportunities within Germany across core industries (e.g. manufacturing, mobility, energy).
Establish customer partnerships and grow Etteplan’s footprint in the country, aligning with long-term strategic goals. - Market & Opportunity Analysis
Conduct detailed market analyses to discover growth segments, customer needs, and competitive positioning. Translate findings into actionable local sales strategies. - Cross-Service Area Management
Work closely with the Etteplan service area vice presidents to prepare, propose and deliver integrated solutions to customers. - Global Strategy Implementation
Translate Etteplan’s global strategy into local country focus and actions. Ensure consistent execution of group-wide initiatives such as group wide offering promotion, key account programs and CRM standards.
Your experience and qualifications:
- Minimum 7–10 years in business development, strategic sales, within technology industry, e.g. in area of engineering services, or software/embedded industries.
- Proven success in growing a German business unit or sales, preferably within a global or matrix organization.
- Strong understanding of German industrial markets, customer buying behaviors and business culture.
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional sales involving multiple service offerings.
- Familiarity with sales and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), financial forecasting, and sales pipeline management.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic proactive thinking and execution
- Customer-centric, consultative sales mindset
- Collaborative leadership skills across service areas and geographies
- Owns inspiring, energized way of working
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Fluent in German and English
Reporting & Collaboration:
- Reports to: Senior Vice President Sales & a member of group management team
- Collaborates closely with: VP’s, HR, FI, MarCom in a country and global functions
Is this the right job for you? We look forward to hearing from you!
Wir haben tolle Benefits
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Flexible Arbeitszeiten; Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf
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Hybrides Arbeiten und Workation (im EU Ausland)
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30 Tage Urlaub und Sonderurlaub (z.B. bei Umzug)
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Bike Leasing; Corporate Benefits
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Steuerfreier Sachbezug (Edenred Karte oder Wellpass)
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Onboarding mit Patenschaft, strukturierte Einarbeitung
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Gemeinsame Events lokal und global
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Zielgerichtete Entwicklungs- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten
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Betriebliche Altersvorsorge über den üblichen Satz hinaus
Mit tollen Menschen arbeiten
Über das Unternehmen
As a technology service company, we bring people and technology together to change things for the better. For creating solutions positively impacting our everyday life, we need diverse people, expertise, and collaboration. Together with our customers, we are building the world we wish to see. Explore our openings and become part of a culture which believes in collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our values – forward focus, bold thinking, smarter together – set the foundation for our culture. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, Etteplan is where your next adventure might be just around the corner. Your journey starts here!
Diversity, equity and inclusion
At Etteplan, we believe that embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is key to our innovation and success. Our global community Happy DEIs, helps create an environment where every voice is heard and valued and every employee feels included and empowered. We provide a platform for open discussion, networking, and continuous learning, ensuring that DEI is woven into the fabric of our workplace. Join us and you'll be part of a company that doesn't just talk about DEI – we live it.
Forward focusWe take pride and ownership in our work as well as our personal and professional growth. For us, new technologies are opportunities waiting to be turned into our competitive advantage. With our foresight and proactive mindset, we advance the success of both our customers and Etteplan.
Bold thinkingWe explore new horizons, challenge ideas, and actively propose innovative solutions. We promote an environment of open dialogue, where we have the freedom to voice our opinions openly and honestly without fear of judgment.
Smarter togetherWe share ideas with one another, not just with our closest colleagues but across different disciplines and service areas. By learning together, we help foster a diverse community where knowledge flows freely, where collaboration knows no limits, and where everyone can feel they belong.
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