Sales Manager - Companion Animal for Denmark & Finland

Placering
Copenhagen
Job Description

Are you a passionate leader with a love for animals and a drive for success? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can make a real difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at Our Company!

Please apply before 5th January 2025

Why Our Company?
As a pioneer in the Companion Animal industry, Our Company is at the forefront of a growing market in the Nordics, fueled by a rising number of pets and an increasing demand for preventive care. By joining our team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the health and wellness of pets across Denmark and Finland, all while leading a talented sales team dedicated to this mission.

What You'll Do:
As the Sales Manager, you will:

• Lead & Inspire: Manage and guide a team of six Customer Engagement Managers, fostering a collaborative environment focused on achieving shared goals.
• Strategize for Success: Develop and implement innovative sales strategies that align with our overall objectives while keeping a keen eye on market trends and competitor activities.
• Drive Performance: Oversee commercial planning, sales forecasting, and budgeting while meticulously tracking and reporting on sales performance to ensure we meet our ambitious targets.
• Enhance Customer Engagement: Champion Field Force Effectiveness (FFE) programs and work closely with our CRM Lead to define meaningful customer engagement metrics that elevate our performance.
• Collaborate & Create Value: Partner with Strategic Marketing Managers to identify and execute campaigns that resonate with our customers and drive value.

Who You Are:
We are looking for someone who embodies our values of ambition, collaboration, and dedication. Your profile includes:

• A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (preferred).
• 5-6 years of proven experience as a Sales Manager, ideally within the Animal Health, Human Health, or Consumer Goods industries.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on performance and development.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, complemented by a structured and data-driven approach.
• Fluency in Danish or Finnish and English, both written and spoken.

Why You Should Apply:
At Our Company, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you are motivated to drive change in the Companion Animal landscape and are looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

Ready to take the next step?
If you’re excited to lead a passionate team and make a significant impact in the Companion Animal field, apply now! Join us in our mission to elevate pet health and wellness across the Nordics.

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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Employee Status:
Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:
01/6/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R325994