THE COMPANY
The client company, based in S.W. Germany, is part of an international group (t/o. c.£140m) . With sales of around €20m, it distributes a range of high performance electrical interconnection components to customers across a range of high-tech industries (eg. aerospace, automotive diagnostics, motorsport and medical equipment). It has long-term partnerships with key manufacturers and a very experienced direct-sales operation, with growing annual sales and an excellent customer base in Germany and Switzerland.

THE CANDIDATE
The company needs a talented MBA graduate who would initially undertake a commercial role while becoming acquainted with the company and the group.  Disciplines reporting in include purchasing, marketing, inside sales and house accounts. Based on success, further promotion is envisaged towards a senior management role.

EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL CRITERIA
 Experience within broadly similar sectors (eg. aerospace, motorsports, medical).
 Engineering background, followed by MBA/Masters or equivalent.
 International experience is preferable. Fluency in English is essential. German national preferred.
 Entrepreneurial, results-oriented, able to set high standards and with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.  Rational and systematic when approaching problems and able to produce inspired solutions based on an objective analysis of the business.
 Good commercial understanding, able to contribute to the future strategy and performance of the company.
 Ability to develop effective relationships with existing and new customers is essential.

REWARDS
The salary is negotiable. Other benefits include a bonus (up to 20% of base salary based on a combination of company performance and KPIs), executive car. Relocation costs are covered if relevant.