pExternal Sales Team Leader /p pJob Description /p pAre you a driven sales leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and creating strong customer relationships? Join our mission to pioneer smarter water solutions that reduce energy consumption and improve quality of life around the world. /p pAs our new bExternal Sales Team Leader /b , you will lead and develop a team of sales professionals responsible for driving profitable growth and strengthening Grundfos' market position across key customer segments. You will become part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture that values differences, promotes well-being, and helps people grow both personally and professionally. /p h3Job Scope /h3 pThe External Sales Team Leader is responsible for leading and developing an external sales team to achieve sustainable business growth and strengthen Grundfos' market position. The role drives the execution of the sales strategy within the assigned territory, ensuring effective customer engagement, pipeline development, profitable sales growth, and high-performance team delivery. Through coaching, collaboration, and strong stakeholder management, the position contributes to achieving both short-term business objectives and long-term strategic goals while supporting Grundfos' customer-centric and sustainability ambitions. /p h3What you will be doing /h3 pAs a key member of the External Sales organization, you will empower your team to deliver innovative water technology solutions that help customers achieve their sustainability, efficiency, and business goals. /p pYour main responsibilities will include: /p ul liLeading, coaching, and developing a team of external sales professionals to achieve and exceed business objectives. /li liDefining and executing regional sales strategies aligned with Grundfos' commercial priorities. /li liBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and strategic partners. /li liMonitoring sales performance through KPIs, pipeline management, and regular performance reviews,



driving accountability and continuous improvement. /li liCollaborating closely with Marketing, Product Management, Customer Sales Support, and Internal Sales teams to optimize commercial execution. /li liIdentifying new business opportunities, market trends, and growth potential within the assigned territory. /li liEnsuring effective customer engagement and promoting a customer-centric approach across the team. /li liDriving adoption and effective use of CRM tools to strengthen sales processes and forecasting accuracy. /li /ul h3What makes you a great fit /h3 pAbove all, you are an inspiring and results-oriented sales leader with a proven track record of developing people, building trusted customer relationships, and translating market insights into commercial success. /p pTo succeed in this role, we imagine that you have: /p ul liAt least 5 years of B2B sales experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a people leadership or sales management role. /li liDemonstrated success in achieving or exceeding sales targets within a field sales environment. /li liStrong coaching, mentoring, and talent development capabilities. /li liExperience managing geographically dispersed or remote sales teams. /li liA Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. /li liProfessional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. /li liExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international business environment. /li /ul h3It would be an advantage if you also have /h3 ul liExperience within the pump, water technology, or industrial equipment industry.



/li liFamiliarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics. /li liKnowledge of consultative selling and solution-selling methodologies. /li liExperience working in a matrix organization and collaborating across multiple functions. /li /ul h3Why you'll love working here /h3 pAt Grundfos, we create possibilities together while making a positive impact on the world around us. /p pYou can look forward to: /p ul liFlexible working arrangements, including hybrid working opportunities. /li liAnnual premio scheme and a comprehensive benefits package. /li liHealth insurance and well-being initiatives focused on work-life balance. /li liThree additional paid volunteering days each year. /li liAccess to on-demand learning resources and structured development programs. /li liA collaborative and inclusive culture where your ideas and contributions matter. /li /ul pValuing our differences helps us discover opportunities where others see obstacles. We therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. /p pAs part of our commitment to a safe and compliant hiring process, final candidates may be required to undergo a background check, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations. /p h3What we offer /h3 pIn line with Italian pay transparency regulations: /p pbNational Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL): Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation – Federmeccanica /b /p pThe indicative gross annual salary range for this position is bEUR 47,000 - EUR 67,000 /b , depending on experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. In addition, Grundfos offers a competitive total rewards package, including bonus opportunities and employee benefits. /p pTo learn more about us, visit bgrundfos.com /b or follow us on bLinkedIn /b . /p h3Information at a Glance /h3 h3Job details /h3 pWorkplace: Onsite Position /p pJob Location: Truccazzano, Milano, Italy | Verona, Verona, Italy /p pContract Type: Full-Time /p pEmployment Type: Regular /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 External Sales Team Leader (Truccazzano)
🏢 Grundfos
📍 Truccazzano