Join our Innovative Team
Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv's passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.
Want to join us?
The European Sales Manager Distribution position reports to the Sales Director.
Your Tasks
- Implement strategy and define policies to support CS Distribution business plans and strengthen sales through distribution channels
- Work closely within and with the Aptiv organization to promote CS products through selected Connection Systems distributors
- Cover the EMEA region and manage Distributor Account Manager, team, inside sales distributors and others who support distribution sales as required
- Responsible for business relationship with Distributors in EMEA to:
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- Expand existing distribution channels
- Develop new distribution channels
- Develop, review, enforce and adapt Distributor policies such as: forecasts, inventory rotations, MOQs, pricing etc.
- Develop and market Aptiv Connection Systems "brand image" and "value proposition" to our distribution partners
- Develop and manage budget plans
- Support marketing programs
Build an effective, high performance, PM functional team
Your Background
- Very good analytical and business skills
- Very good sales and relationship skills, especially at the top management levels
- The ability to solve problems in complex matrix organizations in order to achieve consensus when necessary
- Engineering or marketing degree or equivalent professional experience
- At least 10 years of professional experience in sales / marketing for electronic components
- Great willingness to travel
Aptiv Benefits:
- Our working style: flexible work environment
- Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
- Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
- Recognition for innovation and excellence.
- Opportunities to give back to the community
Why join us?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents
Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!
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