Ausbau des Vertriebs für den Geschäftsbereich Sensor-Technologien

Expansion of sales for the Sensor Technologies division

for AST International GmbH, a medium-sized company in the field of sensors (automotive supplier), in the role of Business Development Manager.

Company:
AST (Advanced Sensor Technologies) International GmbH, Calw

AST International is a technology leader, innovator and development partner for sensors and controllers. AST products work with the highest precision and are used in function- and safety-relevant systems in a range of industries – for example in automobiles and household appliances.

Industry:
Automotive suppliers, electronics

Size:
50 million EUR in revenue / 300 employees

Position:
Business Development Manager

Duration:
7 months

Situation at the client:
Decline in sales, concentration on a limited number of industries and customers, change in product focus

Assignment:
  • Opening up new market segments and new strategic customers
  • Support in the alignment of sales
Measures:
  • Analysing potential and identifying new markets and target customers
  • Revising presentation material for technology and product demonstrations
  • Developing structures for efficient customer contact
  • Introducing a professional digital sales tool/CRM for transparent documentation and follow-up
  • Creating a tool for management reporting
  • Direct customer contact and generation of qualified, strategic leads
  • Mentoring of sales staff
Achievements:
  • Implementation of a structured sales process for the development of new markets
  • Introduction of CRM within three weeks (for business development)
  • Establishing specific customer contacts with potential

„I was completely convinced by Bastian’s support – I would work with him again anytime and can unreservedly recommend him as an interim manager and consultant for sales management and business development.“

Jan Heuser
Head of Sales & Project Management, AST International GmbH


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