Sales Director EMEA

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, the **Sales Director** **EMEA** will own the development and execution of sales strategies to accelerate growth. We are seeking a dynamic, results\-driven individual to lead the EMEA sales teams and expand brand presence in Cycling and Snow Sports. They will manage a team of 7 Country Managers, 1 Distribution Manager, 1 B2B Communications Specialist \& 20 Sales Reps. Collaborating with a talented senior leadership team, this role offers an exciting opportunity to build on the company’s success and drive the organization to new heights through strategic vision, exceptional leadership, and a passion for results.   **ACCOUNTABILITIES** * Lead European sales team to achieve sales targets and expand market share in the snow sports and cycling categories. * Develop and implement comprehensive sales plans and strategies with clear channel alignment within physical \& digital streams. * Manage relationships with key accounts and retail partners to grow revenue and enhance brand reputation and visibility. * Collaborate with marketing, merchandising, product development, and logistics departments to align sales strategies with overall business objectives and product initiatives. * Provide leadership and direction to the European commercial teams and ensure alignment with other regional sales managers to provide a consistent and integrated global sales and marketing strategy. * Conduct regular performance evaluations, set goals, and provide coaching and mentorship to team members to maximize individual and team performance. * Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences to identify opportunities and threats and adjust strategies accordingly. * Represent the brand at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to develop relationships and promote brand awareness **.** **QUALIFICATIONS** * Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales management for consumer products, preferably in the snow sports, cycling, or outdoor industries. * Proven track record of success in developing and executing sales strategies, driving revenue growth, and expanding market share. * Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. * Strategic mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data\-driven decisions. * Experience evaluating, selecting, implementing, and effectively utilizing CRM software, and basic business programs. * Passion for outdoor sports and a deep understanding of snow sports and cycling markets. * Willingness to travel extensively across Europe. * Comfortable working in a matrix reporting environment with solid line and dotted line reporting relationships. * Language: English at a high professional level. **LOCATION** Fully remote within Europe (preferably SE, UK, DACH, NL, FR)   **TRAVEL** Approximately 40% travel across Europe.   Applicants should send an email to this address. * bewerbung@poc.com