Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket France South-West

DENSO

About The Position

In the role of Sales Executive – Independent Aftermarket , you are responsible for developing the independent automotive aftermarket business, managing our customers, key accounts and purchasing groups, and driving sustainable sales growth in the South-West of France.

Requirements

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 is mandatory (additional languages are a plus)
Strong MS Office skills

Responsibilities

Drive and expand sales of DENSO products across the assigned region, delivering sustainable growth
Build, manage, and continuously 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 actively 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