(Senior) Sales Manager FRANCE & BELGIUM (m/f/d)

As a Senior Sales Manager at roadsurfer, you'll take ownership of the French campervan sales market, develop local market strategies, and establish our presence as a market leader. Your role includes collaborating with our Munich headquarters, executing hybrid sales efforts, and participating in major European trade shows. Additionally, you’ll be engaged in customer acquisition and ensuring an exceptional purchase experience.

To succeed as a Senior Sales Manager at roadsurfer, candidates should have a strong background in senior sales or business development roles, ideally within the automotive, campervan, or outdoor industries. An entrepreneurial mindset, alongside exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of the French campervan market, are crucial for building customer trust and developing strategies for growth.

At roadsurfer, we are committed to the personal development of our team members. As a Senior Sales Manager, you will benefit from an individual Growth Plan tailored to your career aspirations and access to our Inhouse Academy, which focuses on enhancing your skills and knowledge for continuous professional growth and success.

The hybrid sales model at roadsurfer combines remote sales efforts with on-site customer engagements. As a Senior Sales Manager, you will connect with customers both remotely and at our stations during key Sales Days, ensuring a personalized and seamless purchase journey. This approach promotes flexibility while maximizing sales opportunities.

The Senior Sales Manager role at roadsurfer includes regular travel across France for on-site customer interactions and participation in Sales Days. You may also travel occasionally to other European locations for major trade shows or events. This aspect of the job is essential for fostering customer relationships and promoting our brand effectively.

To approach market development effectively, I would conduct thorough market research to understand local trends and customer needs. I’d then develop tailored strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and create customer acquisition initiatives that resonate with the French market.

In my previous role, I designed a campaign that integrated customer feedback and targeted digital marketing strategies. This resulted in a significant increase in leads and conversions, enhancing both market share and customer satisfaction, which I would replicate at roadsurfer.

I would focus on regular communication, personalized service, and local networking. Attending community events and hosting informational sessions would allow me to build trust and establish roadsurfer’s reputation within the community.

I prioritize tasks by evaluating urgency and impact, keeping open communication with my team for collaborative insights. I leverage CRM tools to efficiently track leads and interactions, ensuring that remote and on-site engagements are seamlessly integrated.

An outstanding customer experience is built on understanding customer needs, offering personalized solutions, and providing consistent follow-up. At roadsurfer, I would ensure customers feel valued throughout their purchasing journey.

I stay informed about changes in the campervan market by subscribing to relevant industry publications, attending trade shows, and networking with other professionals. This knowledge will help me adapt strategies quickly and effectively.

I would evaluate success through measurable KPIs, such as sales growth, customer satisfaction ratings, and market share advancements. Regular analysis of these metrics would inform adjustments to ongoing strategies.

I have extensive experience collaborating with international teams, often engaging in cross-border projects that require alignment on sales strategies. I prioritize clear communication and cultural sensitivity to ensure productive partnerships.

I am motivated by the challenge of meeting and exceeding sales targets, as well as the joy of building lasting customer relationships. The prospect of contributing to roadsurfer’s growth excites me and drives my performance.

I am passionate about outdoor travel and have immense respect for roadsurfer’s commitment to sustainable travel experiences. The opportunity to shape the campervan sales market while working with a collaborative team dovetails perfectly with my career aspirations.