Sales Manager

Sales Manager Finland Jeven | Helsinki | Full-timeBuild the Finnish market for a leading Nordic ventilation solutions company Are you a commercially driven sales leader who enjoys being close to customers, building relationships and turning opportunities into business? Jeven is looking for a Sales Manager Finland to lead and develop our Finnish sales operation and take the next step in growing our position in the Finnish market.Jeven is a Nordic specialist in ventilation solutions for professional kitchens. Our solutions combine strong engineering, energy efficiency and a healthier working environment – helping professional kitchens operate more efficiently, safely and sustainably. www.jeven.fi The roleAs Sales Manager Finland, you will have overall responsibility for Jeven's Finnish sales operation.You will lead a team of four sales professionals, while also playing an active role in the market yourself. This is a hands-on leadership position where you will combine sales leadership, customer development and business growth. You will:Lead, coach and develop the Finnish sales teamDrive sales growth and develop the Finnish marketBuild and strengthen relationships with key customers and partnersIdentify new business opportunities and develop strategic accountsWork closely with architects, consultants, ventilation companies, kitchen specialists and other decision-makersDevelop and execute the Finnish sales strategyFollow up sales performance, pipeline and business targetsTake an active role in important customer meetings and projectsCollaborate closely with colleagues in Sweden and across the Jeven organisationRepresent Jeven at customer meetings, industry events and other relevant forumsHelp identify new opportunities for Jeven's products and solutions in Finland The role reports directly to the SVP Commercial at Commercial Kitchen Division and is part of the management team along with other international colleagues. A role with real commercial responsibilityWe are looking for someone who wants to make an impact.You need to be highly technical and commercially strong, curious about technology and comfortable selling solutions where the value is created through understanding the customer's needs. You are likely to be successful if you:Have a proven track record in B2B salesHave experience leading or developing a sales teamAre highly customer-oriented and commercially drivenKnow how to build long-term relationships while also creating new businessAre comfortable with consultative and solution-based sellingHave strong negotiation and communication skillsAre structured, proactive and results-orientedEnjoy working independently and taking ownershipAre comfortable travelling extensively within Finland Experience from HVAC, ventilation, construction, building technology, professional kitchens, technical products or another related B2B environment is an advantage – but not a requirement. Your language skillsFluent Finnish and English are required.Knowledge of Swedish is an advantage but not a requirement. Location & travelInitially, the role will be home-based in the Helsinki areaThe role involves frequent travel throughout Finland, as customer relationships and market development are a central part of the position. You will also spend time at Jeven's head office in Mikkeli on a frequent basis, getting to know the products, technology, organisation and people behind the business.A valid driving licence is required. Why Jeven?This is an opportunity to join an established Nordic company with strong products, technical expertise and significant opportunities for further growth.You will have the opportunity to influence how Jeven develops its Finnish business, while working with an experienced team and the broader Jeven GroupMost importantly, you will have the mandate to build, develop and grow the business.Interested?If you are a commercially driven sales leader who wants to take ownership of a growing market and make a visible impact, we would like to hear from you.