Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket France North-West

Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket France North-West

• Full-time
• Company: DENSO AUTOMOTIVE FRANCE S.A.R.L.
• Compensation: EUR 55,000 – EUR 65,000 yearly

DENSO is a global leader in advanced automotive technology, systems and components. Within DENSO Europe, the Aftermarket & Industrial Solutions Business Unit is responsible for driving sales growth and customer satisfaction across the independent aftermarket.

Responsibilities

• Drive and expand sales of DENSO products across the assigned region, delivering sustainable growth.
• Build, manage, and strengthen strategic relationships with key accounts and purchasing groups.
• Maximize customer retention while actively identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular and value-adding customer visits at distributor and trade levels.
• Act as a trusted commercial partner, understanding customer needs and delivering tailored, value-driven solutions.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contribute to the definition and execution of commercial policy.
• Monitor competitor activities, pricing strategies, and market trends to maintain competitive advantage.
• Support and contribute to marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand awareness initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret market and customer data to support strategic and commercial decision-making.
• Deliver commercial and product training, and represent DENSO at trade shows, customer events, and industry forums.
• Travel frequently as required by the role (up to 70–80% of working time, depending on region).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a commercial role within the automotive independent aftermarket.
• Proven experience managing key accounts or purchasing groups.
• Strong commercial mindset with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic, proactive, and results-driven with a hands-on approach.
• Able to work independently in an international, multicultural environment.
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).

The role requires frequent travel (up to 70–80% of working time) and collaboration with internal sales, marketing, and product teams across Europe.