Join to apply for the Sales Director (m/w/d) - Germany role at Joseph Joseph Ltd At Joseph Joseph we love solving everyday problems through intelligent design to create distinctive, functional products that are a pleasure to own and use. We are one of the world’s leading houseware brands with a global presence spanning over 100 countries, available in most major department stores and independent houseware stores worldwide as well as our rapidly growing ecommerce channel. We are currently looking for an experienced Sales Director to join one of the most exciting companies in the global housewares market today. You will lead and evolve a successful team to drive the broadening and future development of the business. You will be responsible for all sales, trade marketing and daily operations in Germany. Reporting to the Sales Director for Europe, you will also engage closely with the broader management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a successful, ambitious individual to next step an innovative branded business and consolidate our market leading position. What you will be doing: Develop the strategic plan for the business and execute effectively, always looking to exceed budget Grow the Germany business over the next 5-years through driving a sustainable and profitable business Introduce new product, categories and drive distribution expansion Drive a creative and entrepreneurial agenda within the team, prioritising new opportunities, whilst maintaining established relationships Manage and develop the main day to day functions of the Germany business. Sales, Trade Marketing, and promotions Full responsibility for the P&L and growth of both top line revenue and overall margin Develop a senior level network within all key partners, increase engagement and commitment to the brand Optimise existing commercial relationships and actively pursue new business opportunities Build and execute strategic/tactical plans with key customers Establish and build the brands long-term presence in store and in the market Grow the distribution and number of accounts Manage the sales team and drive them to hit and surpass monthly sales goals/budgets Be able to feed market and product information back to the design teams to shape future product development What we need from you: A clear history of successful business development in relevant customers including department stores and furniture stores An excellent motivator and communicator and team builder both to team, peers and superiors An entrepreneurial and commercial mindset Successful track record in previous roles showing an ability to develop and manage a sales team Experience of working within a premium branded business Experience of channel management (Grocery, Mass, Specialists and Pure Play) Understanding of trade marketing including sales planning and promotions Enthusiastic and action-orientated Well organised, hard-working and highly motivated Analytical and numerically strong The ability to work without close supervision A strong networker and capable of influencing at a senior level Experience in P&L management (forecast, budget, cost control, gross and operating margins) What you will get from us: Competitive salary and holiday allowance Company performance related bonus An exclusive staff discount Anniversary & long service award Remote & Field Base working Refer a Friend Scheme Volunteer days Team Recognition scheme Training and Development Holiday carry-over scheme Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries

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