Head of Sales

Are you an automotive professional who enjoys being close to the market and dealers? Would you like to develop the business of three well-known automotive brands and influence their success in Finland? Alfa Romeo combines sportiness and a long history with modern technology. Citroën is an accessible and significant player also in commercial vehicles. DS Automobiles represents the best of French electric luxury. Auto-Bon is part of the international Bassadone Automotive Group. We import several well-known automotive brands into Finland and offer our customers high-quality products and first-class service. We are now looking for a Head of Sales to be responsible for developing sales, marketing and pricing for Alfa Romeo, Citroën and DS Automobiles in the Finnish market. In this role, you will work close to the dealer network, the market and manufacturers, in close cooperation with your team. As a supervisor, you will lead a team of professionals comprising a Field Sales Manager, Brand Manager and Product Manager. You will regularly be on the move among the dealer network around Finland so that you understand the market situation, identify growth opportunities and support the network’s success in practice. The role involves an average of about six travel days per month. The position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who knows the automotive retail environment, enjoys working with different stakeholders and wants to actively influence the growth, visibility and market position in Finland of three distinct brands. Key responsibilities You will work closely with the dealer network, manufacturers and internal experts, supporting the development of dealers’ businesses and their achievement of targets. The role combines strategic planning with practical work. You will actively follow market developments, analyse results and forecast future demand to support the business. You will identify new opportunities to grow sales and strengthen the brands’ market position, and put your development ideas into practice in collaboration with different stakeholders. In addition, you will be responsible for planning and directing commercial campaigns and will work closely with manufacturers’ international organisations. What do we expect from you? To succeed in the role, you have experience in the automotive sector, either on the import or dealer-business side. You understand how automotive retail works and what consumers need. You can interpret business metrics and use this information in decision-making. We particularly value: - Experience in commercial roles in the automotive sector - A track record of developing sales, business or dealer networks - Strong commercial thinking and a results-oriented approach - Good interpersonal and negotiation skills - The ability to build trusting working relationships with different stakeholders - An analytical approach and the ability to use data to develop the business - Fluent English - Readiness to travel regularly in Finland for meetings with the dealer network Why Auto-Bon? We offer you a visible and responsible role working with international automotive brands, as well as a genuine opportunity to influence their growth and success in the Finnish market. You will be surrounded by a skilled organisation, an extensive dealer network and an international operating environment, where you can work close to the business and make decisions with a real impact. Great if the role has caught your interest! Recruitment is carried out in cooperation with ManpowerGroup/Experis. Apply for the position as soon as possible via the link provided and include your application documents (CV and cover letter) with your salary expectations no later than 2 November 2026. The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found, and interviews will begin during the recruitment process. For further information about the role, contact Principal Recruitment Advisor Heli Villa, heli.villa@fi.experis.com, tel. 050 5703 680. Experis is an international company specialising in executive and expert recruitment and project solutions. We create new career and growth opportunities for skilled individuals and help our clients achieve their goals faster. We specialise in expertise in IT and engineering, finance and accounting, sales, marketing, communications and human resources. Every year, we find thousands of top specialists, experts, supervisors and executives for key positions with our clients. Experis is part of ManpowerGroup.