Business Development Manager - Dealer Channel (m/f/d)

Einleitung Long before the “Smart Home” concept became fashionable ECOVACS Robotics (ECOVACS) was already at the forefront of innovation in smart home robotics, exploring new ways for robots to transform homeowners’ lives. ECOVACS’ more than 25 years of work in service robotics has seen the company transformed from a visionary startup into a global corporation with a Mission of Robotics for All. Designed to change the way people live and work, ECOVACS robotics are now being used in over 145 countries and regions around the world.
Our guiding Vision - Advancing robotic technologies to serve the world, to create a holistic ecosystem between human and robotics in lifestyle and production.
We continue to grow and are looking for a Business Development Manager/ Dealer Channel (m/f/d) to join our Sales team.
Ihre Aufgaben Role Purpose
The Business Development Manager/ Dealer Channel responsible the European dealer channel strategy for our robotic solutions portfolio, covering:
Robotic Lawn Mowers sold via garden, forestry, and professional outdoor dealers
Robotic Pool Cleaners sold via specialist pool dealers and service partners
This role defines how we build, develop, and professionalize dealer networks, drive sustainable growth, and scale premium robotic technologies across diverse European markets.
Candidates may come from either garden machinery or pool equipment dealer channels — deep expertise in one, with the ability to expand into the other.
Key Responsibilities
European Dealer Channel Strategy
Define and execute a multi-country dealer channel strategy for robotic lawn and pool solutions.
Develop a clear channel segmentation (garden specialists, forestry dealers, service providers, pool specialists)
Adapt go-to-market approaches to different dealer realities, seasonality, and customer journeys.
Business Development & Expansion
Identify and onboard strategic dealer partners and/or distributor across garden and pool channels.
Define expansion priorities by country, region, and channel type.
Commercial Leadership
Own pricing architecture, margin models, and commercial terms for dealer channel.
Define and monitor KPIs such as sell-in, sell-out, inventory turns, margin, and service performance.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Work closely with Product, Marketing, Supply Chain, and After-Sales to ensure:
Successful product launches
Dealer training & certification programs
Strong service ecosystems
Shape dealer-focused marketing concepts (POS, promotions, demo programs, events).
Team Leadership
Lead and develop Business Development Managers across regions.
Set clear objectives, coaching standards, and performance expectations.
Act as a role model for structured, data-driven channel management.
Ihr Profil Must-Have Experience
7+ years in dealer-based sales or business development
Background in either:
Garden / outdoor power equipment / robotic lawn mowers
Pool equipment / pool robots / technical pool products
Proven experience managing multi-country dealer networks in Europe
Core Competencies
Deep understanding of indirect sales and dealer economics
Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution
Ability to manage complexity across different dealer types and cultures
Languages & Mobility
Fluent English (mandatory)
At least one major European language (German, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian preferred)
Willingness to travel frequently across Europe
Wir bieten The opportunity to work independently in an experienced and highly motivated team
An exciting position in a dynamic and fast-growing environment
The chance to develop and implement your own ideas
Employee discount on Ecovacs robots
Direct insurance/savings plan
Job ticket or free parking space
Subsidy for gym membership
Ecovacs Europe GmbH
Holzstr. 2
40221 Düsseldorf

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