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Sales Director (Country Manager) – Germany (REMOTE)

leipzig, saxony, germany / Posted
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Sales Director (Country Manager – Germany)

Location: Remote (Based in Germany)

Work Model: 100% Remote

Contract Type: Local third-party agency contract (until local entity is established)

Compensation:Approx. 250k EUR per year

(60–70% base salary + 30–40% performance-based commission & bonus; negotiable and open)

Company Overview

Our client is a rapidly growing global e-commerce brand specializing in professional tools and equipment. With operations in over 200 countries and a strong base of loyal customers, the company is committed to delivering high-quality products at competitive prices.

As part of its international expansion strategy in Europe, the company is building localized teams and sales infrastructures across key markets. Germany is a strategic priority, and we are seeking an entrepreneurial and results-driven Sales Director (Country Manager) to lead and scale the business locally.

About The Role

The Sales Director (Country Manager – Germany) will be responsible for building and scaling the offline sales and channel ecosystem in Germany.

This is a high-autonomy, entrepreneurial leadership role, ideal for candidates who want to:

  • Build a market from scratch
  • Own strategy, execution, and results
  • Grow into a General Manager role as the business scales


The role works closely with Global HQ (China) while leading all local market operations in Germany.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the offline sales and channel strategy for the German market
  • Build, manage, and expand dealer, distributor, and reseller networks
  • Drive B2C channel development through offline and hybrid sales models
  • Define and implement go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and brand positioning
  • Establish sales targets, budgets, KPIs, and performance tracking mechanisms
  • Recruit, train, and manage a local sales team
  • Maintain strong relationships with key local partners and stakeholders
  • Conduct market research and competitor analysis
  • Collect customer and channel feedback to support product optimization and market fit
  • Coordinate closely with HQ teams including product, supply chain, logistics, and marketing


Experience

Must-See Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in offline sales and channel development
  • Background in tools, 3C electronics, mobile phones, or consumer electronics
  • Strong experience in B2C channel sales
  • Minimum 3 years managing teams of 10+ people
  • Proven track record of building and scaling local sales organizations


Industry Background (Highly Preferred)

  • Mobile phones / smartphones
  • 3C electronics
  • Professional tools & equipment


Language & Profile

  • High Level Chinese speaker (mandatory)
  • Fluent English (working level or above)
  • Fluent German (mandatory)
  • Deep understanding of the German and European markets
  • Strong network with local distributors, dealers, and retail partners


Legal

  • Must be legally eligible to work in Germany


Why Join

  • Build and lead the German market from scratch with full ownership
  • High-impact leadership role with end-to-end responsibility
  • Clear path to General Manager as the business expands in Europe
  • Competitive and flexible compensation package
  • Fully remote role with close collaboration with a global leadership team