Sales Manager Junior

Your contribution:

• Support the Sales team and technical development departments to boost the business with new and strategic customer accounts within the automotive industry.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with Start Ups OEMs and Tier-1s together with the responsible Sales Manager.
• Identify new business opportunities and support the acquisition of new Leads through LinkedIn SalesNavigator.
• Collaborate closely with engineering project management and delivery teams to develop customer-specific solutions.
• Prepare customer presentations commercial proposals and contract documentation together with the Sales Managers.
• Support negotiations and commercial discussions with customers.
• Monitor market trends customer requirements and competitive developments.
• Maintain and update sales pipelines and CRM systems (Salesforce).
• Participate in customer meetings and industry events.
• Contribute to achieving business growth and revenue targets.

Your profile:

• Bringing a first experience in sales account management project management or business development is an advantage (internship).
• Strong interest in automotive engineering and mobility technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive and solution-driven approach.
• Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations from time to time.
• Fluent in German; English is considered a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools e.g. Salesforce.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with leading automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
• Exposure to cutting-edge automotive technologies and future mobility projects.
• International working environment with global career opportunities.
• Structured onboarding and professional development programs.
• Attractive compensation package and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements and modern workplace culture.
• A dynamic team with short decision-making processes and entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors or masters degree in engineering Business Administration Automotive Engineering or a related field.
• Understanding of automotive development processes.
• Knowledge of vehicle development testing validation software E/E systems or electrification.
• Experience working with automotive OEMs or suppliers is a plus.
• International and intercultural experience is beneficial.

Additional Information :

Applus IDIADA setzt sich für Gleichstellung Diversität und Inklusion ein. Wir setzen Ihnen keine Grenzen tun Sie es selbst auch nicht. Es gibt einen Platz für jeden

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time