Country Manager Germany (gn)

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established international company specializing in innovative solutions for industrial environments. As part of its ambitious growth strategy, the company is expanding its presence in Germany, aiming to scale its business from €2M to over €10M in the coming years. To support this growth, they are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Country Manager to lead and develop the German business unit, ensuring alignment with global objectives and company values.

Role Overview:

The Country Manager Germany will be responsible for driving business growth through a strong sales-led approach. This includes overseeing the entire P&L, executing the strategic growth plan, and building a high-performing team. The role requires close collaboration with the international leadership team to ensure business processes, brand vision, and operational standards are maintained at a high level.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Growth and Business Development:

• Implement a growth strategy to expand the German business unit from €2M to €10M over the next five years.
• Identify new market opportunities and sectors to drive revenue growth.
• Gather market insights to refine product offerings and strategy.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and partnerships.
• Adapt the business model to the German market while maintaining core company values.

2. P&L Management:

• Full ownership of the German business unit’s P&L, ensuring profitability.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Regularly review financial metrics with the finance team and report to senior leadership.

3. Sales and Pipeline Growth:

• Drive sales efforts, establish clear targets, and ensure achievement of revenue goals.
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline within the German market.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop and execute market-aligned campaigns.
• Engage in business development activities and key client negotiations.

4. Team Leadership and Development:

• Recruit, onboard, and manage a high-performing team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Provide mentorship and training programs to support team development.
• Implement succession planning for key roles.

5. Operational Alignment with Global Entity:

• Ensure business processes align with global standards and best practices.
• Maintain brand consistency and operational excellence across the German entity.
• Collaborate closely with international teams to share insights and align strategies.

6. Compliance and Health & Safety:

• Ensure full compliance with German legal and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong Health & Safety culture within the business.

7. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to refine strategy.
• Identify new opportunities for product and service improvements.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership for business enhancement.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing a business unit or similar senior leadership role within the industrial sector in Germany.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong background in sales, business development, and P&L management.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to drive profitable growth.
• Deep understanding of the German market, industry trends, and business culture.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Experience scaling a business and achieving ambitious revenue targets.
• Ability to work effectively with international teams and stakeholders.
• Previous experience with international business operations is a plus.

Why Join?

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of a growing German business unit, backed by the support and resources of an established international company. If you are a results-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, this could be the perfect role for you.