The Sales Manager will drive and expand OMNIVISION's CMOS image sensor business across Europe, with a primary focus on the Automotive market segment. The role will be responsible for managing commercial engagements with leading Automotive Tier 1 suppliers and Automotive OEMs, while also supporting business development activities in adjacent growth markets including robotics, security, industrial vision, and other emerging imaging applications. The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with technical understanding to develop strategic customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, influence customer technology roadmaps, and drive sustainable revenue growth. This role requires close collaboration with product marketing, engineering, and business development teams to ensure OMNIVISION's imaging solutions are positioned effectively within key customer programs. This position can be based in one of OMNIVISION's European offices, with regular travel throughout Europe to support customers, partners, and industry events. Responsibilities Develop and execute sales strategies to drive growth within the Automotive market segment, including Automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEM customers. Manage and expand relationships with strategic automotive accounts, serving as the primary commercial interface for customer engagements. Drive design-win and design-in activities for CMOS image sensor solutions in automotive applications including ADAS, surround view, driver monitoring systems, occupancy monitoring, autonomous driving, and in-cabin sensing. Identify and develop opportunities in adjacent market segments including robotics, security, industrial vision, and other emerging imaging applications. Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, supply agreements, business terms, and long-term strategic partnerships. Manage the complete sales cycle from opportunity identification and qualification through design win, production ramp, and ongoing account growth. Develop and maintain accurate sales forecasts, opportunity pipelines, and account plans. Collaborate closely with Product Marketing, Product Management, Field Application Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support customer programs and business objectives. Monitor market developments, customer roadmaps, competitive activities, and industry trends, providing actionable insights to internal stakeholders. Support customer technical reviews, executive meetings, industry conferences, trade shows, and product demonstrations. Contribute to long-term business planning and provide customer-driven input to OMNIVISION's product and technology roadmap. Experience German or additional European languages are considered an advantage. Willingness to travel extensively across Europe. Key Focus Areas 70% Automotive: Tier 1s, OEMs 30% Business Development: New opportunities in robotics, security, and emerging markets #J-18808-Ljbffr
Sales Manager in Hampshire employer: OMNIVISION
OMNIVISION is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging innovation and collaboration among its employees. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers extensive training and development opportunities in cutting-edge CMOS image sensor technologies, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in the medical market. Located in vibrant European cities, employees benefit from a stimulating environment and the chance to engage with industry leaders at various events.
