Would you like to join us for the position of Global Sales & Marketing Manager?
As a market leader, we work with the world’s largest bus manufacturers and transport companies and continue to invest in innovation, growth and international collaboration. As part of a strategic partnership with the BODE Group*, we are strengthening our international market position. To further realize our ambitious growth goals, we are seeking a Global Sales & Marketing Manager.
In this key role, you set the commercial direction, drive international growth, serve as a strategic sparring partner for the Sales & Marketing team, and are a member of the Management Team. You have all the space to build, set direction, and achieve results. Do you want to make a visible contribution to our global success? We would be happy to get to know you.
What are you going to do?
You are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the commercial strategy for our locations in the Netherlands, Germany, the United States, Hong Kong, Australia, and Japan. Globally, you work with leading bus manufacturers, carriers, and public transport authorities. You build long-term partnerships that contribute to our growth ambitions.
You profile yourself within the broader Bode Ventura Group* and actively contribute to the development of joint commercial strategies, international cooperation, and synergy between the various companies within the group.
Your main responsibilities:
- Translating organizational goals into a clear commercial strategy, concrete forecasts, ambitious targets, and solid financial plans
- Achieving sustainable revenue growth and strengthening the international market position
- Proactively advising the Management Team on market opportunities, strategy, and positioning
- Building strong, long-lasting relationships with partners and other relevant stakeholders
- Representatives of Ventura as ambassadors in the market
- Leading, inspiring and motivating the Sales & Marketing team
- Creating optimal collaboration between Sales, Marketing and Service
*The completion of the transaction is subject to customary approvals from regulators and other conditions.
Who are you?
You are a driven leader who effortlessly moves between strategy and operations. You know how to turn plans into reality. Thanks to your sharp eye for the market, you signal opportunities in a timely manner and are able to achieve sustainable results. With a strong commercial drive, you turn market developments into concrete results with decisive action.
You fulfill an exemplary role and know how to inspire employees with your clear vision. Based on data, market insights, and experience, you make informed decisions. Additionally, you communicate persuasively, build strong relationships, and move easily in a technical environment.
For this position, you regularly travel internationally. You have no problem getting on a plane in a short time when the situation requires it. Additionally, you bring the following:
- You have an HBO/WO work and thinking level
- At least 8 years of experience in a senior commercial or Sales & Marketing Manager role
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful strategies
- Experience with analyzing and optimizing sales and marketing processes
- Experience with leadership
- Excellent command of the English language. German, Dutch and other languages are a plus
What can you expect?
- The function is included in the Metalektro Higher Staff Collective Agreement
- Good working conditions, including 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days for a full-time employment relationship
- The opportunity to progress to the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
- An international organization with a constant eye for innovation that is in full development and where you can build and grow with us
- A challenging position with a lot of strategic and commercial responsibility
- A small big organization: small enough for fun, short lines and the opportunity for you to really make a difference and know everyone. Big enough to be an important player in the market and to pay full attention to innovation and your personal development.
Curious, but not ready to apply immediately?
A job application doesn’t have to happen immediately. If you’re interested in the position, our organization, or you just want to find out if there’s a good match between both sides, we’d be happy to meet informally. Over a cup of coffee, we’ll tell you more about the role, our ambitions, and the challenges that lie ahead. You can reach us by phone at 0515-729497 or send an email to careers@venturasystems.com.
Do you want to apply immediately? Then click on the ‘Apply for this position’ button to upload your resume and/or motivation letter, or send an email careers@venturasystems.com; we will then make sure that you are contacted.