Sales Manager Automotive (w/m/d)

Job description

At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you. We’re looking for a results-driven and strategic Sales Manager Automotive to strengthen and grow our presence within the premium and luxury automotive segment. This role is part of Swarovski Mobility, an independent entity of the Swarovski Group, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions for the automotive industry. You will join a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment focused on innovation, long-term partnerships, and sustainable growth. This is your chance to drive impactful partnerships with leading global automotive brands, shape long-term business growth, and deliver innovative solutions in a highly competitive market environment. About the Job Swarovski is seeking a highly motivated Sales Manager Automotive to join our B2B business. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and expanding relationships with premium and luxury automotive manufacturers, driving strategic sales initiatives, and leading complex global projects. You will operate at the intersection of sales, engineering, and innovation, acting as a trusted partner to key clients while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders across functions. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Driving and ensuring long-term sales business relationships with premium and luxury automotive manufacturers, including identifying and analyzing market trends and customer needs within the luxury automotive industry. Building and nurturing relationships at the highest management levels with key clients, including regular meetings with top decision-makers Leading acquisition and execution of large projects including monitoring project budgets, schedules, and adherence to high-quality standards. Creating accurate sales forecasts and budgets for the area of responsibility, and monitoring sales performance against defined department objectives. Ensuring pricing strategy and managing complex negotiations for high-volume contracts with customers and partners. Coordinating contract negotiations with legal departments and other relevant interfaces of the negotiating parties. About You We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following: University degree/Education, preferably in Business Administration and Management, Engineering, Quality Management or a related field Minimum 5 years of professional experience in sales management and Key Account Management, preferably within the automotive industry. In-depth understanding of B2B sales processes and Automotive Core Tools (FMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, 8D) Strong negotiation skills with experience in high-level negotiations. Excellent customer relationship and project management skills Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities Excellent English proficiency and a good command of German What We Offer You can expect a range of benefits, including: Learning and career development programs to help you grow A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products Travel allowance / public transport ticket / bike leasing Company subsidy for lunch in the canteens Company pension plan (from the 3rd year of employment) Childbirth grant, other personal allowances, if applicable Company day care center Free sports and health programs Subsidy for private health insurance Loyalty benefits such as bonuses, anniversary gifts, etc. Due to legal reasons, we advise that the collectively agreed base monthly salary for this position is at least € 3.823,96 gross. gross. Our actual salaries are market competitive and take individual qualifications and experience into consideration. About Swarovski Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor. Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger. Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.