Head of Sales

AUTO1 Group is Europe’s leading digital automotive platform. As a dynamic tech company, we are revolutionizing the automotive industry through our brands wijkopenautos.be, AUTO1.com, and Autohero. Our strong team of more than 7,000 employees is dedicated to making car trading, transportation, and financing across Europe as fast and efficient as possible for our customers. Pursue personal growth and help us shape the future of car trading together.

At AUTO1 Group, we are not looking for a “traditional” Head of Sales.

We are looking for a commercial leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence. Someone who knows how to build structure, drive performance, challenge teams, and create momentum in a fast-paced international environment.

You will lead our Belgian B2B sales organization across Antwerp, Hasselt, and Ghislenghien, managing Team Leads and sales teams with a strong focus on execution, accountability, and scalable growth.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in high-intensity environments, takes ownership naturally, and knows how to turn targets into results.

What We Offer

• Permanent contract
• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonus
• Profit-sharing program
• Company car with fuel or charging card
• Meal vouchers and eco vouchers
• DKV health insurance
• Hybrid working model with at least 1 remote day per week
• The opportunity to make real impact within one of Europe’s leading automotive tech companies

• Lead, coach, and develop Team Leads and sales teams across multiple locations of 30
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Monitor and improve sales KPIs, outbound activity, conversion, and pipeline discipline
• Translate international business strategies into clear local execution plans
• Identify operational bottlenecks quickly and implement pragmatic solutions
• Improve sales processes, workflows, forecasting, and reporting structures
• Use data and CRM insights to drive decision-making and performance
• Collaborate closely with local management and international stakeholders
• Support the growth and scalability of our Belgian B2B operations

• Proven experience leading larger outbound sales teams and Team Leads
• Strong track record in commercial growth and performance management
• Comfortable working in fast-changing, execution-driven environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Hands-on experience with KPI management, forecasting, and sales reporting
• Ability to balance strategy with operational execution
• Experience within automotive or strong affinity with the automotive sector is a strong plus
• Fluent in Dutch, French, and English
• Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

Ready to build, lead, and scale with us?

Join the AUTO1 Group team and help strengthen and grow our Belgian B2B operations. Apply today and become part of one of Europe’s leading automotive tech companies.

For questions regarding this opportunity, feel free to contact us at: [email protected]

At AUTO1 Group, we believe in direct communication, ownership, and diversity. We welcome every candidate regardless of gender, background, religion, age, sexual identity, disability, or any other non-relevant characteristic.

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