Sales Lead (Europe)

Amsterdam Permanent €10.000 - €130.000 per year Work from home View Job Description
Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-driven European Sales Lead to spearhead our expansion and sales strategy across European markets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in B2B sales within the industrial equipment sector, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Updated 18/04/2025

  • Unique opportunity to spearhead growth in the European market.
  • Growth potential is exponential:already the largest crane manufacturer in India.

About Our Client

Our client is India's largest manufacturer of industrial and construction cranes, with a strong legacy of innovation, engineering excellence, and global reach. Headquartered in Gujarat, India, our client has established a significant international presence across the United States, Asia, and Europe. The company delivers world-class lifting solutions including overhead cranes, tower cranes, and customized material handling systems to industries such as steel, power, construction, and heavy engineering. With CE-certified products and a commitment to safety and quality, they are a trusted partner in global infrastructure and industrial projects.

Job Description

We seeking a dynamic and results-driven European Sales Lead to spearhead our expansion and sales strategy across European markets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in B2B sales within the industrial equipment sector, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. This role is pivotal in expanding our footprint, developing market-specific strategies, and achieving ambitious sales targets.​

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for the European region in alignment with global business objectives.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, key accounts, and strategic partnerships across Europe.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor sales performance metrics, pipeline health, and forecasting accuracy.
  • Collaborate with marketing, product, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on go-to-market initiatives.
  • Stay current with industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings as needed.
  • Report regularly on sales activity, performance, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
  • 10+ years of sales experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a European context.
  • Strong understanding of the European market, including cultural, legal, and business nuances.
  • Proven success in developing and executing regional sales strategies and leading high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Fluent in English; additional European languages are a strong advantage.
  • Willingness to travel across Europe as needed.
  • Our client values experience - the more relevant industry and regional experience a candidate brings, the better.



What's on Offer

  • On-target earnings (OTE) of €130,000+, with a competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
  • Opportunity to lead the European expansion of a market-leading, globally recognized company
  • Comprehensive travel package, including all necessary arrangements for international business travel
  • High-impact, strategic role with direct visibility to senior leadership
  • Dynamic, international work environment with growth opportunities across regions



Contact
Andrew Rawlings
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6722277

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
Operational Sales
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Jobs by location
Amsterdam
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant
Andrew Rawlings
Job Reference
JN-042025-6722277
Remote or office
Work from home