Country Sales Manager

Role Overview

As the Country Sales Manager, you will serve as the key liaison between Hyundai Motor Europe and the National Sales Companies. Your mission is to drive wholesale and retail sales performance, ensure profitability, and oversee market execution. Collaborating closely with local markets, Global Headquarters, and various internal teams, you will play a pivotal role in delivering business strategies while identifying paths for sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal contact for all sales matters between Hyundai Motor Europe and assigned National Sales Companies.
• Guide and challenge markets to meet agreed Wholesale Sales (WS), Retail Sales (RS), and Profit & Loss (P&L) objectives.
• Perform thorough market assessments to detect growth prospects and formulate joint action plans with local teams.
• Track production orders, shipments, inventory levels, sales results, CO₂ targets, and market trends to foresee risks and opportunities.
• Evaluate market performance versus business plans and propose corrective measures to enhance commercial success.
• Assist markets in crafting mid- to long-term business plans based on potential, product strategies, and competitive analysis.
• Review profitability by vehicle model and overall business metrics, seeking chances to improve financial outcomes.
• Establish strong partnerships with National Sales Companies, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic collaborator.
• Work in concert with Global HQ, manufacturing sites, and cross-functional groups to refine sales operations and business execution.
• Prepare regular and on-demand management reports furnishing senior leadership with insights and recommendations to aid strategic decisions.

Candidate Profile

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline is required.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant professional experience in sales, commercial operations, or business management, including a minimum of 3 years in an automotive sales capacity such as Country Sales Manager or a similar senior sales support role.
• Comprehensive understanding of automotive business models, sales processes, and dealer network administration.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing commercial performance, business planning, and P&L enhancement across international markets.
• Strong analytical aptitude to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable business insights.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities, capable of influencing cross-functional and multinational teams.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills with confidence in engaging senior executives and large groups.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Tableau and SAP is highly preferred.
• Results-driven, self-motivated, adaptable to fast-paced multicultural settings with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Fluent English proficiency is mandatory; additional European languages are a significant advantage.

Employee Benefits

• A competitive salary coupled with an attractive benefits package.
• Flexibility in work hours alongside a hybrid working policy.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development initiatives.
• Access to car sharing and vehicle leasing programs.
• Complimentary daily lunch in the company's cafeteria and subsidized breakfast options.
• Free membership for the company gym facilities.
• Ability to participate in diverse company sports clubs including tennis, soccer, yoga, and golf.
• A vibrant and highly international workplace environment.