Company DescriptionApplus IDIADA is a young and dynamic organization that values participation, collaboration and long-term relationships. We continuously generate

Company Description

Applus IDIADA is a young and dynamic organization that values participation, collaboration and long-term relationships. We continuously generate professional development opportunities and growth alternatives for motivated and engaged professionals.

Job Description

Your contribution:

Support the Sales team and technical development departments to boost the business with new and strategic customer accounts within the automotive industry.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with Start Ups, OEMs and Tier-1s together with the responsible Sales Manager.
Identify new business opportunities and support the acquisition of new Leads through LinkedIn SalesNavigator.
Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and delivery teams to develop customer-specific solutions.
Prepare customer presentations, commercial proposals, and contract documentation together with the Sales Managers.
Support negotiations and commercial discussions with customers.
Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitive developments.
Maintain and update sales pipelines and CRM systems (Salesforce).
Participate in customer meetings and industry events.
Contribute to achieving business growth and revenue targets.

Your profile:

Bringing a first experience in sales, account management, project management, or business development is an advantage (internship).
Strong interest in automotive engineering and mobility technologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive and solution-driven approach.
Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Willingness to travel to customer locations from time to time.
Fluent in German; English is considered a strong advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools e.g., Salesforce.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with leading automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
Exposure to cutting-edge automotive technologies and future mobility projects.
International working environment with global career opportunities.
Structured onboarding and professional development programs.
Attractive compensation package and performance-based incentives.
Flexible working arrangements and modern workplace culture.
A dynamic team with short decision-making processes and entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
Understanding of automotive development processes.
Knowledge of vehicle development, testing, validation, software, E/E systems, or electrification.
Experience working with automotive OEMs or suppliers is a plus.
International and intercultural experience is beneficial.

Additional Information

Applus IDIADA setzt sich für Gleichstellung, Diversität und Inklusion ein. Wir setzen Ihnen keine Grenzen - tun Sie es selbst auch nicht. Es gibt einen Platz für jeden

Sales Manager - Junior (m/w/d)

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