Managing Director Germany

vanRaam is seeking a Managing Director for Germany to lead its operations, drive growth, and shape the company’s strategic expansion in one of its most important markets.

The role goes beyond team management, focusing on developing a high-performing commercial organization, strengthening customer experiences, and building strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Build and lead a high‑performing sales and commercial team in Germany.

Define and implement market‑specific growth strategies aligned with the company’s vision.

Collaborate closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and headquarters to reach growth targets.

Manage relationships with dealers, distributors, and retail partners, including contract negotiations and sales support.

Oversee product portfolio management, marketing campaigns, and customer satisfaction efforts in Germany.

Ensure legal compliance, financial forecasting, budget control, and cost‑effective commercial activities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

10+ years of proven experience in building and leading customer‑focused organizations.

Strong sales expertise with a track record of driving revenue growth.

Hands‑on, results‑driven leadership style with strong analytical and strategic capabilities.

Experience across sales, account management, marketing, customer success, and business development.

Skilled in building organizational structures during growth phases.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills; fluent in German and English (Dutch is a plus).

International exposure and cultural understanding of the German market.

Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and customer‑focused mindset.

Experience in the bicycle industry is not required, but enthusiasm for the field is highly valued.

What vanRaam Offers You

A challenging position with a lot of freedom

An open‑door policy within the company

How to apply at vanRaam

Your application

Tell us why you want to work at vanRaam and who you are.

Application portal

You’ll receive a personal account in our application portal.

A quick call

Our recruiter will give you a call for an initial introduction and to schedule an interview.

Getting to know each other

You’ll visit us to get acquainted and see if there’s a good fit.

Second interview

We’ll invite you for an in‑depth conversation and a tour of our company.

Our offer

Are we both excited? Then we’ll be happy to make you a great offer.

Signing the contract

We’ll make it official with your (digital) contract. Welcome!

Start at vanRaam

On your first day, you’ll receive a warm welcome and a program so you feel at home right away.

Interested?

Are you interested in this position? Then simply apply via the button below.

Use your commercial talent to make a real impact : at vanRaam, you give people back their freedom. Not standard sales, but working together to create mobility for everyone. Discover working with people at vanRaam.

In Varsseveld, with around 270 employees, we manufacture unique, custom‑made bicycles. Our products are shipped all over the world and are made here in one of the most innovative and sustainable factories in the Netherlands. Van Raam has ambitious growth plans, with digitization playing a key role. We are a family business, and that’s reflected in everything we do. We value collaboration and give you the freedom to shape your role in your own way. Here you can show your creativity and initiative. We believe in everyone’s potential and support you in bringing out the best in yourself. We also rely on innovative and modern technologies.

Let's all cycle!

Take a look at vanRaam

Curious about vanRaam and want to take a sneak peek? Watch our company video and get a glimpse of our showroom, production and assembly halls.

Working at vanRaam - Let's all cycle!

vanRaam Company Video

Do you have any questions?

We're happy to help! Contact our recruiter Britt.

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