Public summary
A leading industrial software company in the manufacturing simulation sector is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven EMEA Sales Director to lead and accelerate growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role involves leading a regional sales organization, delivering revenue growth, expanding into new markets, and building a high-performing commercial team. The position supports a flexible working model based in France, the UK, or Germany and offers collaboration with international teams and exposure to industrial software, robotics, and manufacturing transformation.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Munich
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- German requirement signal
- Unclear
- Detected job language
- English
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the EMEA sales organization, including recruiting and coaching a high-performing team. Drive sustainable revenue growth through new customer acquisition and expansion of existing relationships. Expand market presence by identifying new opportunities and supporting scalable go-to-market plans. Develop strategic customer relationships and manage major commercial opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, revenue operations, partnerships, simulation experts, and related business units to maximize commercial performance and continuously improve processes.
Qualifications
Proven success leading B2B sales teams in industrial software, industrial automation, manufacturing technology, or related industries. Demonstrated track record of revenue growth and managing geographically distributed sales organizations. Excellent coaching, leadership, commercial judgement, and strategic thinking skills. Experience with complex sales cycles, forecasting, pipeline management, and sales execution. Strong communication, negotiation, and executive relationship-building abilities. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional European languages, especially French or German, is highly desirable. Willingness to travel extensively across EMEA.