Come and join the Tekna team
Tekna is an ambitious growing international company with partners all over the world. We strive to delight the world with high quality and exclusive design lighting where material choice, finishing and creativity are of great importance. To pursue these goals we are always looking for enthusiastic colleagues to strengthen our team. Please take a look at our open vacancies or send your curriculum vitae for an spontaneous candidature and come develop yourself in this international environment. hr@tekna.be or fill out the contact form.
Sales and Business Development Germany (m/f/x)
As Sales and Business Developer Germany, you are responsible for developing and strengthening Tekna’s presence in the German market. You work closely with existing and new partners such as architects, interior designers, developers, installers, and distributors, translating Tekna’s strategic objectives into concrete commercial results.
You report to the head office and play a key
As Sales and Business Developer Germany, you are responsible for developing and strengthening Tekna’s presence in the German market. You work closely with existing and new partners such as architects, interior designers, developers, installers, and distributors, translating Tekna’s strategic objectives into concrete commercial results.
You report to the head office and play a key role in market development, brand positioning, and long-term growth.
ROLE SUMMARY
- Develop and execute the commercial strategy for the German market
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with high-end architects, designers, developers, and partners
- Increase brand awareness and project-based sales
- Identify market trends and new business opportunities
- Contribute to strategic and product development decisions
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively approach and engage specifiers and partners in Germany
- Build a strong network of brand ambassadors
- Achieve sales and margin targets
- Support operational sales activities of partners and distributors
- Apply and safeguard pricing and discount policies
- Initiate and follow up on marketing and promotional activities
- Maximize customer satisfaction across all direct and indirect contacts
- Collect and analyze market intelligence (projects, competitors, trends)
- Use CRM systems (Dynamics 365 Business Central) and reporting tools effectively
- Contribute to product management and new product development
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a commercial role
- Proven network within the German architecture, design, or project market is a plus
- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
- Independent, structured, and results-driven
- Willingness to travel within Germany
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong relationship-building abilities
- Commercial and technical affinity
- Experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Analytical and market-oriented mindset
LANGUAGES
- Fluent / native-level German (mandatory)
- Fluent English (mandatory)
WHAT WE OFFER
- Strategic and independent role within an international high-end design brand
- Inspiring working environment focused on quality and innovation
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Possibility to work via independent contract
- Laptop, mobile phone, and tools
- Room for initiative, entrepreneurship, and growth
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