Sales Director

Key Responsibilities   1. Market Development (0-to-1)  Lead the start-from-scratch market entry for heat pump products in designated European countries/regions (e.g., Germany, France, Italy, Poland, etc.), and formulate and execute go-to-market strategies.
Identify and develop partnerships with potential heat pump distributors, HVAC channel partners, building material retailers, etc.

2. Dealer/Distributor Channel Development Management  Design and implement mechanisms for dealer recruitment, training, enablement, incentives, and performance evaluation.
Assist dealers in end-user sales conversion (residential commercial projects), providing technical support and product training.
Maintain relationships with key dealers, conduct regular visits, and drive annual sales target achievement.

3. Sales Target Achievement  Develop regional sales forecasts and quarterly/annual sales plans, taking accountability for sales revenue, collections, and market share.
Monitor market competition (pricing,policies,new products),and propose localized product/pricing/promotion strategies.

4. Customer Service After-Sales Support  Utilize existing heat pump customer service resources (installer networks, after-sales teams, energy agencies, etc.) to rapidly establish regional service capabilities.
Coordinate internal technical and after-sales resources to resolve installation and maintenance issues for dealers and end customers.

5. Brand Promotion Compliance  Participate in local HVAC exhibitions and industry association events to enhance brand visibility.
Ensure product sales comply with relevant EU certifications (ErP, Keymark, CE, etc.) and local subsidy policy requirements.

Requirements   1. 3+ years of sales experience in the European HVAC, heat pump, boiler, or new energy equipment industry, including at least 1 year focused on dealer/channel development. Proven success in 0-to-1 market entry. Familiar with business practices and legal environments across different European countries.
2. Possess existing heat pump customer service/after-sales resources (e.g., installer networks, service providers), and have a solid understanding of heat pump products.
3. Familiar with European heat pump markets (policies, subsidies, competitors, user habits), and proficient in dealer system development, including contract negotiation, pricing structures, rebate policies, and joint marketing.
4. Fluent in English, able to travel frequently. Proficiency in German, French, Italian, or Polish is a plus.