Sales Director

Sales Director - Automotive OEM & Tier1

Automotive Suspension Systems | Premium OEM Market

Location: Germany (Remote / Home-based)

Industry: Automotive Components / Suspension Systems

Employment Type: Full-time

Company Overview

Our client is aN automotive components manufacturer specializing in advanced independent suspension systems for premium and luxury vehicles. With an expanding international footprint, the company is looking for an experienced Sales Director to develop its business in Germany and across the European automotive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development and sales growth for automotive suspension systems and related chassis components in Germany and Europe.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with premium automotive OEMs and other European manufacturers.
• Identify new business opportunities, manage RFQs, and lead commercial negotiations from initial engagement through project nomination.
• Work closely with engineering, R&D, and manufacturing teams to understand customer technical requirements and deliver suitable product solutions.
• Develop and execute regional sales strategies, including customer mapping, market intelligence, and competitor analysis.
• Manage key accounts and build long-term partnerships with OEM purchasing, engineering, and technical teams.
• Coordinate with the headquarters and international teams to support project development and successful customer delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Proven B2B sales, business development, or key account management experience within the automotive components industry.
• Strong product knowledge and relevant commercial experience in automotive suspension systems, chassis systems, air suspension, damping systems, or closely related components.
• Experience working with European automotive OEMs, preferably premium brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, or their Tier 1 suppliers.
• Background with leading automotive suppliers such as ZF, Continental, Vibracoustic, or similar companies is highly desirable.
• Ability to understand technical product specifications and communicate effectively with OEM engineering and purchasing teams.
• Fluent German and professional English proficiency.

What We Offer

• Competitive and flexible compensation package, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to lead business development in Germany for a growing international automotive suspension manufacturer.
• High degree of autonomy and direct collaboration with senior leadership.
• Long-term career opportunities as the company's European business expands.

title： Sales Director - Automotive OEM & Tier1

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Automotive Suspension Systems | Premium OEM Market

Location: Germany (Remote / Home-based)

Industry: Automotive Components / Suspension Systems

Employment Type: Full-time

Company Overview

Our client is aN automotive components manufacturer specializing in advanced independent suspension systems for premium and luxury vehicles. With an expanding international footprint, the company is looking for an experienced Sales Director to develop its business in Germany and across the European automotive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development and sales growth for automotive suspension systems and related chassis components in Germany and Europe.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with premium automotive OEMs and other European manufacturers.
• Identify new business opportunities, manage RFQs, and lead commercial negotiations from initial engagement through project nomination.
• Work closely with engineering, R&D, and manufacturing teams to understand customer technical requirements and deliver suitable product solutions.
• Develop and execute regional sales strategies, including customer mapping, market intelligence, and competitor analysis.
• Manage key accounts and build long-term partnerships with OEM purchasing, engineering, and technical teams.
• Coordinate with the headquarters and international teams to support project development and successful customer delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Proven B2B sales, business development, or key account management experience within the automotive components industry.
• Strong product knowledge and relevant commercial experience in automotive suspension systems, chassis systems, air suspension, damping systems, or closely related components.
• Experience working with European automotive OEMs, preferably premium brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, or their Tier 1 suppliers.
• Background with leading automotive suppliers such as ZF, Continental, Vibracoustic, or similar companies is highly desirable.
• Ability to understand technical product specifications and communicate effectively with OEM engineering and purchasing teams.
• Fluent German and professional English proficiency.

What We Offer

• Competitive and flexible compensation package, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to lead business development in Germany for a growing international automotive suspension manufacturer.
• High degree of autonomy and direct collaboration with senior leadership.
• Long-term career opportunities as the company's European business expands.