Branch Manager
11 hours ago
Lyon
Join a globally established company at the forefront of the fluid management industry, specializing in valves, fittings, hoses, and advanced fluid management products and services. They serve key sectors including semiconductor, oil & gas, hydrogen, and industrial markets all over the world. Our client is a stable, publicly listed company known for its high-quality, innovative solutions and long-term global growth. We are looking for a Branch Manager to lead the sales team. This is a management role combining people leadership, P&L ownership, key account management, and distribution network development. The focus is on leading a team, managing strategic relationships, and driving sustainable growth. Territory: France, Spain Responsibilities • Lead all marketing and sales activities for Fluid Solutions in France and Spain, • Drive revenue growth, profitability, and strategic customer partnerships, • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of 5 (2 outside sales, 3 inside sales), • Visit key strategic accounts and major distributors alongside the sales team, • Handle client escalations as the senior point of contact, • Own the P&L, • Develop and execute short- and long-term sales strategies aligned with global direction, • Expand and revitalize distribution channels and networks, • Participate in key corporate decision-making processes, • Collaborate closely with international senior management in a matrix organization Requirements • BSc/MSc degree (ideally in Engineering); MBA is a plus, • 5+ years of experience in people management, • 5+ years selling high-purity fluid management products (valves, fittings, hoses, etc.) to process/industrial markets (semiconductor, oil & gas, water treatment, hydrogen, etc.), • Entrepreneurial, hands-on leader comfortable with P&L responsibilities (including HR and finance awareness), • Comfortable with hybrid work mode – office is in Lyon. In the beginning, frequent office visits are necessary; later, once a week is sufficient, • Willingness to visit clients (appx. 2 days/week), • Native French and fluent English What They Offer • Company car, laptop, mobile phone, • 20% bonus, • Meal vouchers, income protection (100% employer-paid), health insurance (70% employer contribution), • Leadership role with real ownership, visibility, and P&L responsibility, • International and stable company in a booming industry, • Industry leader – a key player in the semiconductor and fluid management niche, • Global impact across multiple industries worldwide, • Innovative and premium solutions – high-quality, high-value products, • Sustainability and diversity are core company values, • Opportunity for professional growth and international mobility within a global company, • Competitive salary Permanent contract. Full-time position. No sponsorship at the moment.