(Senior) Sales Manager (m/f/d) at Clairo

Hanover, Lower-Saxony, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Automotive, Off-Highway, Industrial, Powersports, LeisureIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Min. 6 years of professional experience in sales or product management, ideally within non-automotive sectors such as Off-Highway, Commercial Vehicles, or Industrial market segments
  • Proven track record in developing and managing customer relationships, with a focus on long-term growth and partnership building
  • Min. 3 years of experience in automotive (Tier 1) environments, preferably with electronic systems or battery technology sales
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills, combined with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
  • Excellent customer management capabilities with a strong focus on solution-oriented collaboration and customer development
  • Fluency in English and German, both spoken and written; additional languages are a plus
  • High willingness to travel (up to 30%) and thrive in an international business environment
  • Self-driven

Responsibilities

  • Driving new business development by identifying, pursuing, and acquiring customers in non-automotive sectors (OE & OES) with strong growth potential, in close collaboration with Business Development and Engineering teams
  • Managing and expanding relationships with existing non-automotive clients across technical and commercial functions, ensuring long-term satisfaction and repeat business
  • Developing and executing strategic sales and action plans aligned with business goals and market dynamics, while owning all commercial KPIs and leading negotiations for assigned OEM & OES customers
  • Applying deep technical sales expertise in battery technologies and systems to consult customers and deliver tailored solutions across Off-Highway, Industrial, Powersports, and Leisure market segments
  • Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to generate actionable insights that shape product and sales strategies
  • Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, and Business Development to align customer requirements with product capabilities and innovation roadmaps
  • Delivering accurate sales forecasts and regular performance reports to management, supporting informed decision-making and strategic planning
  • Leading commercial negotiations to ensure profitable, sustainable, and long-term business agreements
  • Prioritizing sales efforts based on customer potential, market segment dynamics, and overall strategic fit
  • Representing Clarios at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings to strengthen brand visibility, foster relationships, and generate new business opportunities

Skills

Sales Strategy
Business Development
Customer Relationship Management
OEM Negotiations
Technical Sales
Commercial KPIs
Automotive OEMs
Off-Highway
Industrial Applications
Powersports
Leisure

Clairo

Generates clinical evidence for trials

About Clairo

Clario specializes in generating clinical evidence for medical research by utilizing a comprehensive technology platform. Their services support various types of clinical trials, including decentralized, hybrid, and site-based trials. Clario's approach combines nearly 50 years of experience with a vast network of facilities across nine countries, allowing them to conduct a significant number of clinical trials and regulatory approvals. What sets Clario apart from competitors is their extensive expertise and the ability to provide a wide range of endpoint technologies, which enhances the quality of evidence produced. The company's goal is to empower partners in the healthcare industry to improve patient outcomes through reliable and rich clinical data.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1972Year Founded
$29.9MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive and equitable total rewards package
Physical, mental and financial health and wellness
Flexible working approach

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like Medable may threaten Clario's market share.
The IPO filing may lead to investor pressure for rapid financial returns, affecting strategy.
AI integration from ArtiQ poses data privacy and compliance risks, especially in the EU.

Differentiation

Clario offers a comprehensive endpoint technology platform for diverse clinical trial models.
The company has nearly 50 years of experience in clinical trial technology solutions.
Clario's global presence includes 30 facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Upsides

Clario's IPO aims for a valuation of over $10 billion, indicating strong market confidence.
The FDA clearance of SpiroSphere® with wireless ECG enhances Clario's clinical trial capabilities.
Clario's acquisition of ArtiQ boosts its AI capabilities in respiratory clinical trials.

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