Regional Sales Operations Manager - DACH Region

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Frito-Lay is a leading manufacturer of snack foods in the world, founded in the 1930s by Charles Elmer Doolin. With a long history of innovation and commitment to quality, the company has become one of the largest and most successful in the industry. Today, Frito-Lay operates in over 40 countries, with a presence in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. As a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Frito-Lay maintains a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, diversity, and inclusion.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As the Regional Sales Operations Manager for the DACH region, you will be responsible for leading a high-performing team to drive sales growth, optimize operations, and improve customer satisfaction. Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and logistics, to develop and execute strategic plans. Your primary objective will be to increase sales revenue, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience by leveraging data-driven insights and process improvements.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth in the DACH region; Analyze sales data and market trends to identify areas for improvement; Collaborate with sales teams to optimize sales processes and enhance customer engagement; Work with marketing teams to develop and execute marketing campaigns; Manage budgets, forecasting, and inventory management; Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction; Foster strong relationships with customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in sales operations, sales management, or a related field; Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills; Experience with sales data analysis tools, such as Salesforce, and Microsoft Excel; Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; 8+ years of experience in sales operations or sales management; Certification in sales operations, marketing, or a related field; Proficiency in German and English language; Experience in the food industry, preferably snack foods.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of 50,000 to 80,000 EUR per year, depending on experience; Comprehensive health insurance and a retirement plan; Generous vacation days and a learning and development budget; Hybrid work arrangement with remote and office options; A collaborative and dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our DACH sales team is a diverse and talented group of professionals, consisting of 15 team members. We work closely together to drive sales growth, optimize operations, and improve customer satisfaction. Recent wins include launching new product lines and developing strategic partnerships with key customers.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a brief explanation of why you are the best fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our team's success.

📋 Job Details

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Frito-Lay. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.