Latin american sales & business development manager
overview
cbies is seeking an latin american sales & business development manager to represent the company in the latin american market (preferably located in mexico and brazil). The manager will be responsible for developing new business, managing customer relationships, and supporting the growth of cbies' latin american operations.
hebei cbies automotive parts co., ltd, part of sinostar group (https://www.hbsinostar.com/), market leader in the precision tube industry, specializing in both raw tube production and processed tube components. Cbies offers a comprehensive range of manufacturing capabilities, including tube bending, 3d laser cutting, punching, hydroforming, end-forming, perforation, brazing, electric and induction welding, as well as zinc plating, turning, and other advanced processes.
key responsibilities & daily tasks
* act as cbies's commercial representative in latin america.
* develop and execute sales and business development activities across assigned latin america markets.
* identify, approach, and develop relationships with oems and tier 1/tier 2 suppliers.
* manage the full commercial cycle: lead generation, rfqs, quotations, negotiations, and order acquisition.
* coordinate with cbies hq and the latin american office on pricing, commercial terms, and project timelines and feasibility.
* support customers during development, validation, and serial production.
* provide regular market feedback, sales forecasts, and reporting.
* represent cbies at customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
* operate independently while aligning with cbies's commercial strategy and brand positioning.
required qualifications
* proven experience as a sales agent, business development manager, or commercial representative.
* minimum of 5 years of proven experience in the automotive industry, preferably in the metal sector (pipe production, sheet metal stamping, mechanical machining, die casting processes).
* strong understanding of oem and tier supplier purchasing and project processes.
* existing customer network in the latin american automotive market.
* ability to work independently and manage own sales pipeline.
* willingness to travel within latin america.
preferred skills & experience
* background in automotive components, ideally.
* tubes, pipes, fluid systems, metal or plastic components.
* experience handling rfqs and long-term automotive projects.
* ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
* experience representing non-latin american or international manufacturers.
languages
* portuguese and spanish.
commercial & contractual framework
* commission-based remuneration, details to be defined.
* freedom to manage own schedule while meeting agreed commercial objectives.
* long-term cooperation opportunity based on performance.
nice-to-haves
* entrepreneurial and self-driven mindset.
* experience launching or expanding a brand in latin america.
* established presence in key european automotive regions.
* ability to scale role as cbies's european business grows.
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