Sales Manager Exterior ASEA

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in  54 countries and markets. 

 

ContiTech is one of the world's leading material experts for industry applications. The Continental group sector offers its customers reliable, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 20,000 employees (Status as of March 2026) at more than 60 sites globally, and sales of some 6.0 billion euros (2025), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Job Description

The Sales Manager Exterior for SEA is accountable for aggressively driving and executing the segment’s sales strategy in the assigned region, with full responsibility for delivering ambitious growth targets in sales, margin, and market share for the LivTec product portfolio. This role is expected to consistently outperform budgeted results, proactively identify new business opportunities, and ensure the segment’s financial and strategic objectives are met or exceeded.

1. Define, implement, and relentlessly pursue a high-impact sales plan for markets, products, and industries within the region; Set and achieve challenging margin and growth targets, driving commercial excellence and market penetration; Lead by example in customer acquisition, retention, and satisfaction, building robust relationships with key accounts and stakeholders; Analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitive dynamics to anticipate risks and seize opportunities.

2. Develop and execute forward-thinking tactical and strategic plans aligned with segment growth objectives; Identify and capitalize on emerging market trends, disruptive technologies, and new product opportunities; Present actionable business strategies and results to executive leadership, ensuring alignment and buy-in.

3. Take full responsibility for success of own area of responsibility, driving profitability and sustainable growth; Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulations and company standards; Proactively contribute to safeguard and enhance company investments and assets.

4. Champion change, innovation, and continuous improvement across the segment; Coordinate priorities and projects with central functions (Design, Marketing, SCM, R&D), ensuring business objectives are met.  Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, and high performance within the team.

5.  Uphold the highest standards of quality, technical compliance, and customer care; Represent the segment externally, strengthening relationships with customers, authorities, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Technical, science or business studies (university / university of applied science)
•  Minimum 5 years of senior sales management experience; Experience in the components for Windows/doors industry preferred, knowledge in Furniture industry will be a plus;
• Demonstrated track record of exceeding ambitious sales and margin targets.
• Expert-level sales, negotiation, and presentation skills. Advanced financial acumen and business management expertise.
• Deep market knowledge, including customer and competitor trends, Specific technical experience - lamination film for windows profile etc. 
• Proven ability to drive commercial excellence and strategic transformation.
• Industrial Sales in decorative surface and technical surface materials plus understanding of their technologies.
• Leadership experience not necessary but advantage;
• International/intercultural experience strongly preferred.

Additional Information

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