Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket France South-West

Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket France South-West

• Full-time
• Company: DENSO EUROPE B.V.
• Compensation: EUR 55,000 - EUR 65,000 - yearly

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

In the role of Sales Executive–IndependentAftermarket,youare responsible fordeveloping the independent automotive aftermarket business, managing our customers, keyaccountsandpurchasinggroups, and driving sustainable sales growth in the South-West of France.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and expand sales of DENSO productsacross the assigned region, delivering sustainable growth
• Build, manage, and continuously strengthen strategic relationships withkey accounts andpurchasinggroups
• Maximizecustomer retentionwhile activelyidentifyingand developingnew business opportunities
• Conduct regular and value‑addingcustomer visitsat distributor and trade levels
• Act as atrusted commercial partner, understanding customer needs and delivering tailored, value‑driven solutions
• Leadcommercial negotiationsand actively contribute to the definition and execution of commercial policy
• Monitorcompetitor activities, pricing strategies, and market trends tomaintaincompetitive advantage
• Support and contribute tomarketing campaigns, product launches, and brand awareness initiatives
• Collect, analyze, and interpretmarket and customer datato support strategic and commercial decision‑making
• Delivercommercial and product training, and represent DENSO attrade shows, customer events, and industry forums

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a commercial role within the automotive independent aftermarket
• Proven experience managing key accounts or purchasinggroups
• 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 is mandatory (additional languages are a plus)

The role requires frequent travel (up to 70–80% of your working time, depending on region). You will work closely with internal sales,marketingand product teams across Europe.

Why Join DENSO

• Work for a world-leading automotive supplier
• High levelof autonomy and direct impact on business success
• Career development opportunities within an international organization
• Collaborative, value-driven and respectful working environment