Head of International Sales (f/m/d)

MPGGrazEURESpublished 07/22/2026
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MPG GmbH, headquartered in Graz with international branches, is engaged in the design, production, and distribution of optical goods.

MPG GmbH - Graz - Austria is looking for 1 Head of International Sales (f/m/d)

YOUR TASKS

  • Strategic Planning: Development and implementation of the international sales strategy (short, medium, and long-term planning) including market and competitor analyses as well as global pricing and condition policies
  • Key Account & Business Development: Management of central Key Accounts in focus regions (France, Scandinavia, Southern Europe, etc.) as well as identification of new, profitable business fields and partnerships in the retail and optical segments
  • Commercial & Financial Ownership: Disciplinary and functional leadership as well as future-oriented development of the International Sales team, including full budget, margin, and forecast responsibility
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Close networking and strategic exchange with adjacent Sales Channels, Marketing, Product Management, Finance, and the production sites
  • Digital Transformation: Active shaping of the digital transformation (optimization of CRM, pricing, and sales automation processes) in close cooperation with the Operations team
  • Market Presence: Confident representation of the company at the most important international trade fairs and industry events

YOUR SKILLS

  • ** Foundation: Completed degree in business or technical studies (Master / Diploma / MBA) or a comparable qualification
  • ** Track Record: At least 10 years of leadership experience in international B2B sales (ideally Optical, Consumer Health, or Premium Retail Goods) with demonstrable success in the establishment and expansion of Key Accounts as well as modern sales structures
  • ** Global Mindset: Business fluent English (C1+), ideally French (B2+) as well as other foreign languages as a plus. Willingness for international travel
  • ** Digital & Analytical Power: Strategic-analytical mindset to translate complex markets into profitable business plans, paired with a high affinity for Omni-Channel, modern CRM/ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, SAP), and digital sales tools
  • ** Personality: Entrepreneurial personality with high personal responsibility for profitability, strong presentation skills, and a modern leadership mentality

Benefits:

  • Restaurant with meal allowance
  • After Work & Events
  • MPG Care
  • MPG Academy
  • Flexible working hours
  • Discounts & employee gifts

mpg-eywear

MPG GmbH

8041 Graz, Austria

mpg-eyewear.com

Application:

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Then we look forward to receiving your application

AMS Graz Ost will conduct a pre-selection: Please send your complete application documents via email to: ilse.schenker@ams.at - please include the following order number in the EMAIL SUBJECT LINE: 17296551 so that your application can be assigned. The minimum salary for the position of Head of International Sales (f/m/d) is 110,000.00 EUR gross per year based on full-time employment. Willingness for overpayment.

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