Head of Sales (m/w/d) TruckScout24
Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Full Time
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- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Salary
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Eligibility
- Professionals with a degree in a relevant field and multiple years of international B2B sales experience, especially in direct sales, telesales, or cold acquisition, who are fluent in German and English and interested in a hands-on sales leadership role in Essen.
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Job description
About the Company
TruckScout24 is part of the Machineseeker Group, which operates leading online marketplaces for used machinery in Europe, including Maschinensucher, Machineseeker, TruckScout24 and Werktuigen. The group works with more than 12,000 providers listing over 300,000 machines across its platforms. With more than 15 million monthly visitors, it generates an annual inquiry volume worth over 120 billion euros. The business has been growing profitably every year since 1999 and continues to expand its team.
Role Overview
The company is looking for a Head of Sales (m/f/d) for TruckScout24 based in Essen. The position is available immediately and can be filled on a full-time or part-time basis. The work model is strictly office-based.
Work Culture and Environment
The organization emphasizes working from the office to encourage in-person exchange, better collaboration, and a clearer separation between work and home life. The workplace includes features such as broadband internet, air conditioning, three monitors, large desks, an improved onboarding experience, and a strong company culture supported by an in-house cook, a fitness room, and a personal trainer.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full sales cycle and take ownership of TruckScout24’s revenue targets.
- Acquire new business across the DACH region and Europe, while also winning back former customers.
- Represent TruckScout24 confidently in front of customers and partners.
- Spot growth opportunities and turn them into practical sales initiatives.
- Work closely with other departments and senior management.
Candidate Profile
- A university degree in business, humanities, languages, or a comparable field, supported by strong academic results.
- Several years of experience in international B2B sales, such as direct sales, telesales, or cold calling.
- A structured, hands-on, and goal-driven way of working, along with a strong interest in digital business models.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for selling.
- Excellent written and spoken German and English; additional languages are an advantage.
Benefits
- An above-average starting salary.
- A 38.5-hour work week and 29 vacation days per year.
- Close cooperation with the managing directors.
- High responsibility and room to shape the role within one of the Ruhr region’s most successful internet companies.
- The chance to learn a great deal in a rapidly growing market leader.
- A performance-driven environment with top performers around you.
- A modern, air-conditioned, spacious office located just a short walk from Essen central station.
- Flexible working hours and flat hierarchies.
- Access to a fitness room and personal trainer.
- Free drinks and meals, including an in-house cook.
- A mobility allowance through full coverage of the Germany ticket.
- Ergonomic chairs and height-adjustable desks.
- Optional individual English lessons.
- Regular team events, plus summer and Christmas celebrations.
Application Instructions
Applicants are asked to submit a CV together with complete certificates, including grade transcripts from university, vocational training, and high school. The contact person for this role is Felicitas Engel at Machineseeker Group GmbH in Essen.
Additional Information
The role is open in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The employer prefers office-based work and highlights in-person collaboration as part of its culture.