Head of Sales & Services Water Treatment France Job Description **Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and** **revolutionize** **water treatment solutions across France?** At Grundfos, we’re on a mission to pioneer solutions that advance the flow of water and the future of sustainability. Based in Lille, you’ll take the helm of our French Sales and Services operations, driving transformational growth in the commercial, municipal, and industrial water treatment sectors. This role is pivotal in leading transformational change projects, requiring exceptional communication skills to secure business and stakeholder buy-in. You will inspire and lead teams through change, aiming for ambitious growth in profitability and geographical expansion. **Your Main Responsibilities** As Head of Sales and Services, you’ll be at the forefront of our growth journey in France. Your role will combine strategic leadership, operational excellence, and people's development. You will: + Develop and execute annual budgets, market strategies, and growth plans. + Lead and inspire a team of 70–80 employees, with 6–10 direct reports. + Monitor and optimize sales performance, pricing, and margins. + Drive customer satisfaction and long-term client relationships. + Champion cross-functional collaboration across departments. + Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and process efficiency. + Ensure compliance with local laws, company policies, and health & safety standards. + Foster a culture of trust, diversity, equity, and sustainability. + Align your team with Group strategy and business objectives. + Collaborate with key stakeholders including Finance BP, HR BP, and Regional Marketing & Solutions. **Your Background** The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in people management, including virtual leadership, and a strong understanding of P&L structure. You should be experienced in market analysis, risk management, and selling complex solutions to industrial clients, with a focus on delivering high-level services. **Required Qualifications** **& Experience** **:** + Master’s degree in Business and/or Engineering. + Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within the water treatment or industrial solutions sector. + Strong negotiation, strategic, and tactical thinking skills. + Proficiency in CRM systems. + Demonstrated accountability and entrepreneurial mindset. + Passion for leading and inspiring diverse teams. + Ability to cultivate a positive corporate culture and drive motivation. + Experience in change management and organizational adaptability. + Effective communication in multicultural environments. **Language Requirements:** + Fluent English (spoken and written) is required. + Fluent French (spoken and written) is required. **Why Join Us?** At Grundfos, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. You’ll join a company that’s shaping the future of water and sustainability, backed by a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning. This is your chance to lead a strategic business unit in a globally respected company, make a real-world impact on water sustainability, work with cutting-edge technologies and diverse teams, and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Information at a Glance **Job details** Workplace: Onsite Position Job Location: Lambersart, Nord, France Contract Type: Full-Time Employment Type: Regular