About the job Sales Director (Country Manager) – Germany (REMOTE)
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:
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Build a market from scratch
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Own strategy, execution, and results
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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
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Develop and execute the offline sales and channel strategy for the German market
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Build, manage, and expand dealer, distributor, and reseller networks
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Drive B2C channel development through offline and hybrid sales models
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Define and implement go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and brand positioning
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Establish sales targets, budgets, KPIs, and performance tracking mechanisms
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Recruit, train, and manage a local sales team
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Maintain strong relationships with key local partners and stakeholders
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Conduct market research and competitor analysis
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Collect customer and channel feedback to support product optimization and market fit
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Coordinate closely with HQ teams including product, supply chain, logistics, and marketing
Must-See Requirements
Experience
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8+ years of experience in offline sales and channel development
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Background in tools, 3C electronics, mobile phones, or consumer electronics
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Strong experience in B2C channel sales
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Minimum 3 years managing teams of 10+ people
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Proven track record of building and scaling local sales organizations
Industry Background (Highly Preferred)
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Mobile phones / smartphones
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3C electronics
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Professional tools & equipment
Language & Profile
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High Level Chinese speaker (mandatory)
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Fluent English (working level or above)
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Fluent German (mandatory)
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Deep understanding of the German and European markets
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Strong network with local distributors, dealers, and retail partners
Legal
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Must be legally eligible to work in Germany
Why Join
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Build and lead the German market from scratch with full ownership
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High-impact leadership role with end-to-end responsibility
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Clear path to General Manager as the business expands in Europe
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Competitive and flexible compensation package
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Fully remote role with close collaboration with a global leadership team