Sales Manager

Location:
Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico
Business:
Business Assurance
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
5385
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

DNV - Business Assurance Mexico is seeking a Sales Manager who can lead ambitious growth. The successful candidate will be a leader focused on driving and achieving results to ensure the sales team achieves strategic objectives related to revenue generation, profitability, and greater market penetration.

The overall responsibility will be to drive and support the implementation of the regional plan approved by the Area Manager. This plan is focused on the aggressive growth of our business in Mexico. The sales manager will manage and drive the country’s sales organization of approximately 6 people and follow up with local Managers, Sales Team, and Key Account Managers accordingly. The position requires active sales and management of both small and key accounts.

The sales manager is required to be in the office at least 3 times per week, to take advantage of proximity to many business leaders and salespeople. This role will report to our DNV Mexico office in Mexico City.

What You’ll Do

  • Drive the sales force to achieve expected sales results, with accountability in all dimensions: service, geography, sectors, and individual customers, following DNV procedures and pricing policies
  • With support from the marketing department, develop and/or implement adequate sales and commercial approaches and strategies to achieve objectives, including relevant sales dimensions and channels to maximize results, go-to-market approaches, strategic relationships and alliances, market strategies and processes
  • Ensure the development of sales resources in the region, including coaching, managing, mentoring, and leading performance, as well as, increasing the competence of the sales teams
  • Act as Key Account Manager (KAM) for selected strategic customers
  • Ensure quality of sales in terms of proper implementation of our internal Chart of Authority and discounting policies in order to achieve the agreed level of profitability
  • Centralize the Business Development processes, redesign processes in tight connection with local sales and operations; drive business development initiatives and business opportunities (e.g., new markets, new customers)
  • Gather and share market intelligence information and collaborate with other relevant functions in the Region for the identification of product and service development initiatives
  • Highlight areas where operational readiness needs improvement, including the reliability and quality of the sales forecasts, in part, by ensuring high-quality data in our internal CRM system
  • Review marketing and sales performance, establish and implement actions to improve results
  • Be responsible for managing international opportunities, according to the Global Market function directions and in cooperation with the global bidding office
  • Collaborating in the identification of opportunities for partnership and M&A in the Region
  • Lead and manage the individual performances of a group of local sales

What we offer

  • Vacation bonuses pay
  • Group health insurance plan
  • Group retirement plan with company match
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Company-provided life insurance plan
  • Food Vouchers
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities

**Benefits may vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

About you

What Is Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or commensurate professional experience required
  • Relevant business experience and sales activity
    • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in sales management required
    • In-depth knowledge and experience in selling professional services, preferably within Management System Certification, Training
    • Proven track record in implementing an effective sales organization supporting growth ambitions in different markets and various services
    • Proven experience in consulting sales, including identifying client needs, developing tailored solutions, and closing complex deals within professional services or advisory environments
  • A demonstrated track record of success in leading sales teams in a fast-paced environment and driving continuous improvement and change to support fast organizational growth
  • A self-driven, service-minded approach to delivering value to DNV and our customers
  • A demonstrable history of being commercially oriented and competitively driven in the realm of sales and business development
  • Prior experience in building, promoting, and leading strong teams, including a high degree of team orientation in the approach to business challenges
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% of the time, both domestic and international
  • Solution-oriented mindset combined with a pragmatic approach
  • A keen interest in achieving results and proactively driving change, and completing change processes
  • A commitment to DNV leadership expectations, including results orientation, customer focus, internal procedure, compliance, respect, care, and foresight
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • We conduct pre-employment background screening

***RESUMES SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH FOR CONSIDERATION***

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.