Management Events

Sales Director France

Management Events  •  Barcelona, ES (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Ready to lead one of Europe’s most exciting B2B growth stories and the largest business network in the region?

Are you a hands-on sales leader with a proven track record in driving revenue, inspiring high-performance teams, and scaling business success?

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

Your Mission

We’re looking for a Sales Director to lead our French sales team based in Barcelona. In this role, you’ll not only lead but actively drive sales — selling our services to solution providers in the French market while setting the standard for your team. This is your opportunity to make a real impact, work alongside passionate sales leaders across Europe, and thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious environment where leadership means leading from the front.

In this role, you will:

  • Drive French market sales growth through your own sales efforts and leadership (division roughly 50/50), leading from the front and closely collaborating with Sales Directors from other markets.

  • Open new customers, and further on build strong retention. You drive high performance culture by being an example and active on-the-job coach to the team.

  • Lead, coach, and inspire a team of sales managers to exceed ambitious targets, track and drive KPI’s.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product and customer success teams, bringing insights from the market, customers, and broader economic environment.

  • Report to Sales Director France in Berlin.

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years in B2B sales leadership role with 5-10 direct reports from BRDs to AE’s, sales focused on the French market. You know how the market functions, how sales work is conducted, and how the B2B environment there works.

  • A strong network within technology and consultancy companies; a background in sponsorship sales for large-scale business conferences is a plus.

  • Strong business acumen with strengths in leading sales process, managing pipeline, accurate forecasting of team results, and reporting sales performance.

  • Excellent business level communication skills in French and fluent in English.

  • Experience with consultative, solution-based sales cycles.

What We Offer

  • Performance rewarded You’ll receive an attractive compensation package with base salary, commission, and an additional starter bonus to support you as you ramp up and build your sales pipeline.

  • Growth and learning: From day one, you’ll benefit from a four-week onboarding program and continuous coaching through our international ME Academy, ensuring you’re always developing and moving forward in your career.

  • Career opportunities across Europe: As we continue to grow, you’ll have the chance to explore international opportunities. With offices in Helsinki, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Berlin, Stockholm, Kuala Lumpur, and Barcelona, your career can take you anywhere.

  • Recharge & Thrive: We care about your well-being and want you to stay energized both inside and outside of work. That’s why you can earn up to 12 extra vacation days each year and enjoy local perks such as gym and massage discounts, along with other wellness benefits. Curious about the details in your location? Ask your recruiter to learn more.

  • We win together: Collaboration is our driving force, and every success is shared. That’s why we love bringing people together through company trips, international events, and local office celebrations — whether it’s hitting the slopes in Levi, running the Berlin Marathon together, or celebrating milestones across our offices in Europe.

  • Annual company trip: Every summer, all employees from our different offices come together in Finland for an exciting company trip - a mix of team building, knowledge exchange, and celebrations.

  • Global Community & Diversity: Diversity is part of our DNA. With colleagues from over 50 nationalities, you’ll join an international community where every culture, perspective, and background fuels innovation and success.   

Recruitment Process

  1. Screening call with our Recruitment Team

  2. First interview with the Hiring Manager

  3. Leadership interview with a member of the Management Team

  4. Final discussion

  5. Reference check and/or short personal assessment

Please submit your CV in English

Management Events

About Management Events

Aurora Live by Management Events connects innovative solution providers with Europe's top decision-makers to drive growth and create meaningful business impact.

We empower commercial teams to accelerate sales pipelines, shorten decision cycles, and build long-term strategic relationships with their ideal customers. With over 900 solution providers across 11 markets trusting our concept, we create real business impact by facilitating the right connections at the right time—enabling high-value conversations that drive measurable results.

Our growth partnership solutions include:

Guaranteed 1-to-1 Executive Meetings

Tailored introductions with senior decision-makers, handpicked by our customers to align with their strategic objectives.

Exclusive Networking Experiences

Curated, invitation-only events that foster meaningful dialogue with key stakeholders and future partners.

Brand Positioning & Thought Leadership

Opportunities to showcase expertise and influence target audiences through targeted content and speaking engagements.

Industry
Events & Trade Shows
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Helsinki, FI
Year Founded
1994
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