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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailAre you ready to lead a high-performing team and revolutionize water treatment solutions across France
At Grundfos were on a mission to pioneer solutions that advance the flow of water and the future of sustainability. Based in Lille youll take the helm of our French Sales and Services operations driving transformational growth in the commercial municipal and industrial water treatment sectors.
This role is pivotal in leading transformational change projects requiring exceptional communication skills to secure business and stakeholder buy-in. You will inspire and lead teams through change aiming for ambitious growth in profitability and geographical expansion.
Your Main Responsibilities
As Head of Sales and Services youll be at the forefront of our growth journey in France. Your role will combine strategic leadership operational excellence and peoples development. You will:
Lead and inspire a team of 7080 employees with 610 direct reports.
Monitor and optimize sales performance pricing and margins.
Drive customer satisfaction and long-term client relationships.
Champion cross-functional collaboration across departments.
Promote innovation continuous improvement and process efficiency.
Ensure compliance with local laws company policies and health & safety standards.
Foster a culture of trust diversity equity and sustainability.
Align your team with Group strategy and business objectives.
Collaborate with key stakeholders including Finance BP HR BP and Regional Marketing & Solutions.
Your Background
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in people management including virtual leadership and a strong understanding of P&L structure. You should be experienced in market analysis risk management and selling complex solutions to industrial clients with a focus on delivering high-level services.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Masters degree in Business and/or Engineering.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within the water treatment or industrial solutions sector.
Strong negotiation strategic and tactical thinking skills.
Proficiency in CRM systems.
Demonstrated accountability and entrepreneurial mindset.
Passion for leading and inspiring diverse teams.
Ability to cultivate a positive corporate culture and drive motivation.
Experience in change management and organizational adaptability.
Effective communication in multicultural environments.
Language Requirements:
Fluent English (spoken and written) is required.
Fluent French (spoken and written) is required.
Why Join Us
At Grundfos we dont just offer jobswe offer purpose. Youll join a company thats shaping the future of water and sustainability backed by a culture of innovation inclusion and continuous learning. This is your chance to lead a strategic business unit in a globally respected company make a real-world impact on water sustainability work with cutting-edge technologies and diverse teams and grow your career in a supportive forward-thinking environment.
Required Experience:
Director
Full Time