Sales Area Manager - Supply Chain Assurance, Central Europe (remote within Germany)

Sales Area ManagerDNV Business Assurance is looking for a highly motivated Sales Area Manager to support the business development of Supply Chain Assurance (SCA) services within the General Industries and the assigned territory. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong sales skills, excellent market analysis capabilities, and a strategic mindset. Experience in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry or Auditing firms is preferred.ONLY applications from resources who have already gained previous (even brief) experience in offering Supply Chain second-party audit services and managing key clients will be considered.The position reports to the General Industries Sales Manager Europe – Supply Chain Assurance.Location: GermanyKey ResponsibilitiesAnalyze the General Industries market of the pertinent area to understand trends, general outlook, development opportunities, potential customers, and competitors' strategyEnsure the achievement of the individual sales targets assignedResponsible for implementing sales actions through the development of prospects and existing key customersFollow up leads and opportunities coming from the different channelsEnsure DNV visibility within the General Industries marketEnsure strong pipeline management and accurate forecasting to support business planning and target achievementContribute to developing and maintaining a network of channels in the General Industries market with lead generation activitiesTake part in local communication actions (external events, tradeshows, conferences, workshops, etc.) organized by the Marcom Department.What We OfferRegular working time of 39 hours with flextime account and hybrid working optionsAttractive Sales Incentive Scheme100% employer-funded pension schemeFunctional company carYearly review of individual career plan & development, including an annual salary review30 vacation days per yearVoluntary sickness supplement up to 12 monthsCompany Sports & Urban Sports Club MembershipBike Leasing (JobRad)Support through the Fürstenberg Institute – confidential counseling and resources to promote mental wellbeingDiscounted meal offers and company canteen depending on locationOther additional benefits - Sabbatical, Employee Assistance Program, Corporate BenefitsDNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.About YouBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; Master's degree is preferredMinimum 5 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in auditing servicesProven track record of achieving sales targets and driving growth in the General Industries marketStrong negotiation and relationship management skillsExcellent communication and presentation abilitiesProject management skillsResults-oriented, proactive, and able to work independentlyFluent in English and German (written and spoken)Valid EU driving licenceWillingness and ability to travel within the region and internationally