Sales Director - EMEA - Manufacturing Global Company

A leading and successful global company in the chemical manufacturing industry is seeking a Sales Director to lead and manage complex, long-term sales processes across a diverse portfolio of products, including public tenders.

This is a leadership role for a manager with proven experience in process-based industries who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments.

About the Company:

We are a multinational group, recognized for innovation, quality, and operational excellence in the industrial manufacturing sector. Our products serve global markets and are manufactured under strict safety, quality, and sustainability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in strategic meetings with the sales team, providing guidance, setting ambitious targets, and motivating them to exceed expectations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Plant Managers and Business Unit Leaders, to align goals and optimize business outcomes.
• Partner with Product Managers to develop and implement strategic business initiatives.
• Analyze sales data and performance reports to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving continuous process optimization
• Serve as a strategic operational partner to the Business Manager, supporting day-to-day activities and advancing projects.
• The role involves frequent international travel to customer sites and production facilities.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4-5 years of proven experience in sales management within a global industrial/manufacturing company- must
• Academic degree in Chemistry/Material Engineering on another related field- advantage
• Full professional proficiency in English, both spoken and written- must
• Additional languages- an advantage
• Strong leadership and motivational skills, including the ability to inspire and lead direct reports
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Salesforce – an advantage
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and business operations, with a strong commercial mindset and a passion for achieving measurable success