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International Salesmanager Eastern Europe (m/w/d)

CompanyMagirus GmbH
LocationUlm
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 5, 2026
About The Company
Magirus – more than 160 years of innovation and tradition in firefighting technology The best firefighting vehicles are built by firefighters. This fact was known to Conrad Dietrich Magirus, firefighter by passion, visionary and founder of our company more than 160 years ago. In keeping with this tradition, today we at Magirus build the most modern and reliable firefighting vehicles and equipment. And today many employees at Magirus are trained comrade firefighters who know exactly what's needed on the job. The work of our comrades in firefighting services around the world is an inspiration as well as motivation, since their mission is what drives us. This is also the reason why the equipment, vehicles and solutions we develop for our comrades are among the best in the world. For more than 160 years now they have been making firefighters'​ lives easier and their work safer. Today at Magirus fire brigades find a comprehensive range of first-class, reliable firefighting vehicles ranging from turntable ladders, to pumpers and rescue vehicles, robots, fire pumps and equipment. Magirus employs more than 1,500 people at its five sites in Europe: Ulm/Germany, Graz/Austria, Brescia/Italy, Chambéry/France and Schongau/Switzerland.
About the Role

Über die Position

Eastern Europe | Full-time | Permanent
Are you passionate about international sales and building long-term customer relationships across different cultures? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where technical innovation meets strategic business development? Then join our team at Magirus.

As an International Sales Manager Eastern Europe (m/f/d), you will take full responsibility for sales and revenue growth within your assigned region. You will identify new business opportunities, develop sustainable market strategies, and build strong relationships with fire departments, governmental organizations, public authorities, and business partners. With your commercial expertise and technical understanding, you will help bring innovative firefighting and rescue solutions to customers throughout Eastern Europe.

For more than 160 years, Magirus has been supporting firefighters and rescue workers worldwide with innovative, reliable, and future-oriented technology. From firefighting vehicles and digital systems to advanced rescue solutions, our products help emergency services save lives and protect communities every day. To further expand our international business, we are looking for a driven sales professional with strong intercultural skills and a passion for technical solutions.

Are you looking for an exciting international role with a high level of responsibility, significant growth potential, and the opportunity to actively shape the future of emergency response technology? Then become part of our team.

Das bekommst Du

  • Competitive compensation according to collective agreements, including holiday and Christmas bonuses
  • 30 days of annual vacation
  • Flexible working arrangements with a high degree of autonomy
  • Company car, also available for private use
  • Individual training and development opportunities through our internal learning programs
  • Modern working equipment and professional sales support
  • International collaboration in an innovative and forward-looking environment
  • A motivated team with short decision-making processes
  • A long-term career perspective in a permanent employment relationship
  • Exciting international customer projects with high visibility
  • A meaningful role contributing to solutions for firefighting, rescue services, and public safety

Dein zukünftiges Aufgabengebiet

  • Take overall responsibility for sales performance and business development within your assigned sales region.
  • Develop and implement regional sales strategies to sustainably increase growth and market share.
  • Identify new business opportunities and actively expand into new markets and application areas.
  • Acquire new customers in the public sector and build long-term relationships with fire departments, authorities, and business partners.
  • Maintain and continuously develop existing customer relationships.
  • Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements to support the strategic positioning of our solutions.
  • Manage the entire sales process, from lead generation and quotation preparation to contract negotiations and successful deal closure.
  • Represent Magirus at international trade fairs, industry congresses, customer events, and conferences.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Management, Customer Service, Academy, Marketing, and Manufacturing to ensure excellent customer support.
  • Maintain customer data and sales activities within the CRM system and derive business development initiatives from relevant insights.

Dein Profil

  • You have successfully completed a degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, International Business, or a comparable qualification.
  • You have several years of experience in international sales, ideally within the firefighting industry, commercial vehicles, special-purpose vehicles, or other technically sophisticated capital goods sectors.
  • You are enthusiastic about innovative firefighting, rescue, and safety technologies and have the ability to understand complex technical systems and solution concepts.
  • You have a professional presence and excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in an international business environment.
  • You demonstrate strong intercultural competence and feel comfortable working with customers and partners from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • You are fluent in English and possess proficiency in at least one Eastern European language, such as Russian, Polish, Czech, or a comparable language.
  • You are willing to travel extensively for international customer visits, trade fairs, and business meetings.
  • You are confident using Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems as part of your daily work.
  • You work independently, in a structured and goal-oriented manner, while consistently focusing on achieving results.
  • You value cross-functional collaboration and actively contribute to the further development of our international business activities.

Das ist uns sehr wichtig

You see sales as the long-term development of successful customer relationships rather than simply a transactional sales process. With your enthusiasm for innovative technologies, you inspire customers to embrace our solutions and help establish Magirus as a trusted partner in the firefighting and rescue technology industry. You think entrepreneurially, recognize market potential at an early stage, and successfully translate opportunities into sustainable business growth.
At the same time, you stand out through reliability, cultural awareness, and a partnership-oriented approach when working with customers, colleagues, and business partners. Through your commitment and drive, you will play a key role in strengthening our international market position and actively shaping the future of modern emergency response technologies.

About us

Wer ist Magirus?
Magirus entwickelt und produziert Feuerwehrfahrzeuge, intelligente Drehleitern, Flugfeldlöschfahrzeuge, Einsatz- und Löschroboter, digitale Systeme, Pumpen und Ausrüstung für Feuerwehr und Katastrophenschutz. Das Unternehmen blickt auf eine mehr als 160-jährige Tradition zurück. Am Standort Ulm werden zentrale Prozesse – von der Produktentwicklung und Fertigung bis hin zu Vertrieb und Kundendienst – gebündelt.

Unsere Philosophie: „Serving Heroes. Since 1864.“

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Key Skills
International salesBusiness developmentStrategic planningMarket analysisCustomer relationship managementNegotiationCommunicationPresentation skillsIntercultural competenceTechnical understandingCRM systemsMicrosoft Office
Categories
SalesManagement & LeadershipManufacturingSecurity & SafetyLogistics
Benefits
Competitive compensationHoliday bonusChristmas bonus30 days of annual vacationFlexible working arrangementsCompany carIndividual training and developmentInternal learning programsModern working equipment
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The International Sales Manager is responsible for driving sales performance and business development across Eastern Europe by implementing regional strategies. They will manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to contract negotiation, while building long-term relationships with public sector clients and partners.
📋Job Type
festanstellung
💰Salary Range
€55,000 - €85,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
501
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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