Sales Manager

Sales Manager

Our client, a leading provider of data and information services to the automotive industry, is part of a global organisation with a history of success in the automotive aftermarket.

The Sales Manager role is within their European operation, located in state-of-the-art headquarters in Cologne.

Driven by success, they offer a diverse working culture that rewards achievement and pride themselves on going the extra mile.

As a Sales Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team of around 10 inside sales professionals, operating in a fast-paced sales environment, developing strategy and driving success.

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and industry-leading bonuses, alongside regular opportunities for rewards and recognition programs.

What's in it for you?

Salary: circa €70-75k basic + bonus, OTE around €100k

Perks: Subsidised public transport or free parking, gym pass, 30 days holiday, pension, and free tea, coffee, soft drinks, and fruit

Work Arrangements: Hybrid working - Monday to Wednesday in the office, with the option to work from home on Thursday and Friday

Location: Easily commutable from Cologne, Bonn, Leverkusen, Düsseldorf, Bergisch Gladbach, Hürth, Troisdorf, Dormagen, Langenfeld, Solingen, Hilden, Bergheim, Kerpen, Hennef, Königswinter, Much

What you'll need:

• Proficiency in German and English is essential for this role.


• Proven success in leading a direct sales team within a B2B environment.


• The ability to utilise data and insights to create strategies and new initiatives.


• Able to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels and influence them.


• You should feel comfortable navigating a fast-paced, multifaceted environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide guidance and leadership to the internal sales team in Cologne.


• Consistently achieve revenue and growth targets.


• Develop a strategy for inside sales and encourage excellence.


• Monitor call quality and continuous improvement.


• Generate reports and forecasts for the senior management team.


• Keep up to date with competitor activity and market dynamics to identify opportunities and threats.

Apply now!

If you're a dynamic, driven Sales Manager looking to thrive in a forward-thinking global organisation that rewards success, apply now for the Inside Sales Manager opportunity!

Send your CV in English to Kayleigh Bradley or call for a confidential chat on +44 7908 893621.

Sales Manager - 4146KBA

Glen Callum Associates are international recruiters specializing in supporting the automotive aftermarket.