Sales Manager

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Sales Manager (Wiper System) | Europe Office

Role:
Develop new OEM customer relationships and drive revenue growth across Europe, working closely with the European Business Leader and Shanghai team.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop new OEM customers in the EU, with focus on VW, BMW and Stellantis; drive the full sales cycle from RFQ to SOP.
- Build and maintain long-term customer relationships at engineering, procurement and senior levels.
- Lead commercial negotiations, including bidding, APR, quotations and contracts.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality and manufacturing teams in Shanghai on customer projects.
- Serve as first point of contact for customer quality issues and drive cross-functional resolution.
- Manage OEM B2B portal communications and document submissions.

Requirements:
- 8+ years of automotive OEM sales experience at KAM level; Tier 1 supplier background preferred.
- Proven track record of winning new OEM programs and a hunter mindset.
- Experience with VW or BMW; familiar with OEM structures and processes.
- Mechanical, automotive components or e-motor experience.
- Fluent German and English as working languages.
- Based in or willing to relocate to Munich; 30–50% travel across the EU.
- Strong cross-cultural communication and independent problem-solving skills.
- Long-term commitment to grow with the European business.

Nice to Have:
- Chinese language skills.
- Existing OEM contacts such as STLA, Volvo or Mercedes-Benz.
- Wiper or mechatronic systems experience.
- Experience working with a Shanghai or Asian headquarters.

Offer:
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus.
- High autonomy to shape the European business from day one.
- International working environment with Europe-China collaboration.
- Long-term career growth as the team expands.