Head of Sales and Service (m/f/d)

Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a globally operating company and a leading provider of innovative metrology and process control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.With around 1,400 employees, three research and development centers, and 31 locations worldwide, we deliver valuable insights into the world's most advanced industry. We leverage a variety of technological disciplines – including physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms – to develop hardware and software solutions that measure virtually every modern computer chip in the world. Nova looks down to the atomic level, gains unique insights through dimensional, material, and chemical metrology, and provides customers with actionable data. This enables us to tackle critical challenges with differentiated solutions. Our exceptional, people-focused, and innovation-driven corporate culture ensures that every individual at Nova has the opportunity to make a real impact and push the boundaries of what is technologically possible.Sentronics Metrology GmbH was recently acquired by Nova and is a leading company in the field of high-precision measurement solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Based in Mannheim, Sentronics brings over 25 years of experience in developing state-of-the-art metrology systems. The integration of Sentronics is already well underway. Sentronics is now a permanent part of the Nova family and shares the same values: innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The combination of Nova's global presence and Sentronics' advanced technology and expertise creates a unique platform for growth and innovation. As part of Nova, Sentronics will fully benefit from the exciting opportunities in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.As Head of Sales & Service (m/f/d) at Sentronics Metrology (a Nova Company), you will play a key role in driving our global commercial success across existing and new markets. You will lead the Sales & Service strategy of the Sentronics Business Unit, ensuring business growth, flawless execution of Nova's strategic objectives, and excellent customer satisfaction worldwide. In this senior leadership role, you will shape the commercial direction of the company and unlock the next phase of sustainable growth.We are looking for creative minds with high ambitions who see the seemingly impossible as a challenge and love to achieve innovative breakthroughs in a global, multidisciplinary team.Please submit your application in English.Head of Sales and Service (m/f/d)Mannheim | SalesAufgabenLeading and developing the global Sales & Service strategy for the Sentronics Business Unit - with the goal to drive sales growth, increase market share, boost profitability and strengthen our value propositionBuilding and maintaining long-term relationships with leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide – with a strong focus on Asia (Taiwan, Korea, China, Japan)Identifying and developing new business opportunities, market trends and customer requirements to continuously expand and adapt our modular product portfolioLeading and motivating a highly skilled team across Business Development, Sales Operations and Service to achieve ambitious targets and deliver operational excellenceCollaborating and aligning closely with R&D and Product Marketing to translate customer needs into innovative product solutions that deliver measurable competitive advantagesDriving and empowering the international sales teams in a matrix organization to ensure consistent execution, customer focus and market penetrationProfilStrong technical background with a degree in Engineering or a related technical field; an MBA is an advantageHigh-level experience with at least 8–10 years in Sales, Marketing or Business Development of equipment or metrology solutions - including a minimum of 5 years in a management roleProven leadership excellence with a strong track record of building, leading and scaling high-performing sales teams while achieving ambitious sales and profit targetsExtensive change management experience gained within multicultural and matrix-driven organizationsStrategic and forward-thinking mindset, paired with a customer-centric, results-oriented and highly structured approachOutstanding communication, presentation and negotiation skills across all levels of international customer and sales organizationsHigh willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basisDeep industry insight into the semiconductor sector, including market trends and the competitive landscape - a strong advantageWir bietenImportant notePlease be advised that a valid work permit for Germany is required for non-EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills may not be considered.LNKD1_DE