Your Mission
As Sales Director China, you will have full responsibility for the commercial success of AutoForm in Mainland China. You will define and execute the China sales strategy, lead a high-performing sales organization, and build long-term strategic partnerships with Chinese OEMs and key suppliers. China is a core strategic market for AutoForm, and this role offers significant impact and visibility within the group.
Your tasks
- Business & Strategy:
- Own and execute the China business plan in alignment with AutoForm’s global strategy
- Drive sustainable revenue growth and expansion of recurring revenues with key customers
- Position AutoForm as a trusted partner for digital transformation in stamping and body-in-white assembly
- Key Account Management:
- Build and maintain executive-level relationships with selected Chinese OEMs and leading tool suppliers
- Develop strategic, long-term partnerships beyond individual software sales
- Sponsor and enable large-scale transformation programs such as:
- Digital Excellence (DX) Programs for OEMs
- AutoForm Supplier Qualification (ASQ) Programs for tool suppliers
- Sales Leadership:
- Lead, coach and develop the China sales team
- Translate national objectives into clear regional goals and account priorities
- Foster a performance-driven, customer-centric and collaborative sales culture
- Work closely with technical and license compliance teams to ensure customer success
- Go-to-market:
- Lead go-to-market activities for new AutoForm software products in China
- Support pilot projects and early customer adoption
- Provide structured market feedback to product management and global stakeholders
- Sales Planning & Forecast:
- Ensure transparent pipeline management and reliable sales forecasting
- Maintain a clear view of market potential, account development plans and key opportunities
Your profile
- Established executive network in China’s automotive industry, with direct access to decision-makers at OEMs and leading suppliers
- Strong understanding of vehicle product development and manufacturing engineering processes
- Solid technical background in automotive manufacturing; experience in stamping and BIW assembly is a strong asset
- Proven ability to engage and influence senior management at customer organizations
- Track record of successfully developing complex, long-term sales and partnership models
- Ability to lead customers through digital transformation initiatives and organizational change
- Strong analytical mindset combined with excellent communication skills
- Experience working in an international, multicultural environment
- High ethical standards and professional integrity
- Fluent Mandarin Chinese; strong business English
- Willingness to travel extensively within China and occasionally internationally
What we offer
- A key role in one of AutoForm’s most strategic global markets
- Market-leading technology used by all major global automakers
- Strong product innovation pipeline including AI, intelligent manufacturing, and cloud platforms
- Competitive compensation package including base salary and performance-based target bonus
- International working environment, fact-based and supportive company culture
- Professional development opportunities in China and Europe
- Attractive annual leave days program: 15 days from start, more days after several years of service
- Free annual health check after one full year of service
- Annual company outing and team events
- Ergonomic workspaces with height-adjustable desks
- Central office location near People Square in Shanghai
- Free drinks (coffee, tea, soft drinks) for employees available in Shanghai office
Location
This job is located in Shanghai.
An exciting challenge in an innovative, international environment is waiting for you.
Start of work is April 2026.
Please send us your application file and salary expectations. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
