Experienced leader in the field of international business with a strong track record of success in the service, ICT (Data/AI) and manufacturing industry. Possessing proven skills in strategic business development and management of multidisciplinary teams, understanding customer needs, generate growth and fostering collaboration within diverse teams to ensure long term success. Passion for technology, businesses & sales. Dedicated to challenge the status quo.
• Lead Sales Activities: Manage sales across all Abtis entities, driving growth within the customer base.
• Promote SaaS Solutions: Focus on Microsoft Azure, Security, and Modern Work offerings.
• Implement Sales Strategies: Set KPIs and use methodologies like Sandler, MEDDIC, and GAP to boost revenue.
• Manage Reporting: Monitor ARR, pipeline, and closed deals.
• Restructure Sales Organization: Lead a 40-person team with three direct reports to optimize structure.
Revenue Responsibility:
• Oversee revenue generation in the German and Western European markets.
• Aim for +10% YoY growth through defined and implemented sales strategies.
• Sales Reporting:
• Provide quarterly updates on regional sales activities to general management.
• Market Needs & Product Development:
• Identify market demands and collaborate with product management and marketing to enhance the product portfolio.
• Operational Leadership:
• Lead sales and sales support teams, ensuring alignment with goals.
• Manage key account portfolios and drive performance to meet KPIs.
• Team Development:
• Coach and develop team members to achieve targets.
• Channel Partner Support:
• Lead and support EMEA channel partners for specific product lines.
• Business Development (B2B): Target SMBs and large enterprises across various verticals.
• Sales Focus: Achieve targets for cloud solutions, MDM software, and Apple hardware.
• Customer Relationships: Build lasting relationships for upselling opportunities (farming).
• Lead Management: Qualify leads and drive new business generation.
• Partner Collaboration: Work with the partner channel to ensure seamless integration and customer experience.
• High-Level Communication: Engage with stakeholders at all levels, including C-level.
• Sales Process Ownership: Oversee sales pitches, proposals, negotiations, and implementations.
• Business Development: Focus on document management, backup, and scanning solutions within the SMB market.
• Customer Management: Maintain and grow revenue from existing SMB customers while pursuing cold acquisitions.
• Market Expansion: Develop the market and acquire new customers.
• Full Sales Cycle: Oversee all stages, including:
Connecting with prospects
Presenting/pitching solutions
Preparing offers
Managing implementation
• Aftermarket Support: Act as the primary first-line contact for post-sales needs.
• Project Management: Certified and leading the internal LMS project.
• Responsibilities:
Identify business needs.
Liaise with vendors and the internal IT team.
Manage project deliveries and organize training sessions.
• Roadmapping / Planning
Define the priorities and roadmap for implementation, testing, training and rollout.
Business Accumen
Teamwork
Strategic thinking
Problem-solving
Analytical / Data driven decision making
Customer focus