Key Skills

Job Description

Bring commercial strategy and high-tech innovation together Are you a commercial leader who can spot opportunities in international markets and help teams achieve strong results? As Manager of Sales at Hauzer, you will shape our commercial strategy and lead the sales organization. You will be responsible for commercial performance in markets including China, the United States and Japan, and will be a member of the Hauzer Management Team. What will you do? You will translate strategy into concrete commercial plans and drive progress against key objectives. You will manage order intake, revenue, margins and a healthy sales pipeline, in line with the approved budget and business plans. You will keep a close eye on market developments and customer needs, using your insights to further develop our commercial approach and product portfolio. You will work closely with our product and engineering teams to align customer priorities with our technological capabilities. You will also lead the sales team by setting clear objectives, monitoring performance and supporting employees in their development. You will build a strong team and encourage effective collaboration with other departments. As a member of the Management Team, you will share responsibility for Hauzer Group’s direction and results. You will actively contribute to decisions on strategy, commercial performance, investments and the organization, and ensure that actions within your area of responsibility are carried out. You will bring structure to forecasting, pipeline reviews and reporting. When results or plans are under pressure, you will take timely action and discuss significant risks and deviations with the Management Team. What will you bring? A master’s degree, preferably in a technical field At least ten years of experience in sales and marketing Experience in high-tech machine manufacturing Experience with vacuum coating technologies such as PVD, PACVD or CVD Excellent spoken and written English; German is an advantage A willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis 30-40% You are customer-focused and enjoy working collaboratively. As a leader and communicator, you know how to bring people along, set clear expectations and follow through on commitments. You are adaptable and persistent, and you motivate your team to achieve shared goals. What makes this role interesting? You will combine international commercial responsibility with the opportunity to influence the strategy and development of a high-tech organization. Working with teams and customers across regions, you will help Hauzer Group turn commercial opportunities into sustainable results. Do you recognize yourself in this role? We’d be pleased to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities

Lead Hauzer’s sales organization and commercial strategy, managing order intake, revenue, margins, pipeline, forecasting, and performance across international markets. Contribute to Management Team decisions and align customer needs with product and engineering capabilities while developing the sales team and driving commercial plans.

Requirements

A master’s degree, preferably in a technical field, at least ten years of sales and marketing experience, and experience in high-tech machine manufacturing are required. Candidates should have experience with vacuum coating technologies such as PVD, PACVD, or CVD, excellent spoken and written English, and willingness to travel internationally 30–40%; German is an advantage.