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Business Development Director Business Development Director, EuropeLocation: Flexible across Europe (UK, Germany, Italy, Spain)We are seeking an experienced channel and commercial leader to drive channel growth, aftermarket performance, and strategic business development initiatives across Europe. This is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for growing established revenue streams, developing and optimising partner networks, identifying new market opportunities, and influencing commercial success across multiple European markets.We're looking for candidates with a proven track record of delivering growth through distributors, channel partners, OEMs, and indirect sales channels. You'll bring strong experience in channel development, partner management, and distributor performance improvement.To succeed in this role, you'll have experience leading managers and geographically dispersed teams, operating across complex international environments, and driving results through influence, collaboration, and strong commercial leadership.With direct responsibility for revenues of approximately 25M-30M and indirect influence over a further 60M through channel partners and distributors, this role offers significant visibility and strategic influence within the business.What You'll Be DoingLead Channel Strategy & PerformanceThe primary focus of this role is driving channel growth across Europe. You will:Develop and execute European channel strategyDrive distributor and partner performanceEvaluate and optimise channel coverage and effectivenessIdentify new routes-to-market and growth opportunitiesBuild strategic partnerships, OEM relationships and indirect sales channelsEnsure strong channel governance and commercial complianceSupport the introduction of new products and solutions into the marketDrive Commercial GrowthYou will take ownership of revenue-generating business units, including:Aftermarket and spare parts businessNon-retail customer segmentsStrategic growth initiativesBusiness development programs across EuropeLead Cross-Functional InitiativesThis role is often the focal point for key business initiatives. You will:Bring together teams across sales, marketing, operations and commercial functionsDrive execution of strategic projectsRemove barriers to growthLead complex commercial initiatives that require collaboration across multiple stakeholders and countriesWhat We're Looking ForWe are specifically seeking candidates with significant experience in channel development, partner management, distributor performance, and indirect commercial growth. Experience managing managers and leading geographically dispersed teams is required. Location: Flexible across Europe (UK, Germany, Italy, Spain)Essential ExperienceWe are interested in candidates who can demonstrate:Significant experience leading channel, distributor or partner networks across multiple countriesSuccess growing channel performance and delivering commercial growthExperience developing and implementing channel strategiesLeadership responsibility for managers and senior commercial teamsOwnership of meaningful revenue targets and commercial performanceExperience introducing new products, services, channels or go-to-market approachesStrong stakeholder management across regional and cross-functional environmentsExperience working within complex international organisationsCommercial & Contract ExperienceThe successful candidate will bring experience in:Commercial contract negotiationsDistributor and partner agreementsContract execution and governanceManaging channel compliance issuesPartner relationship managementCommercial decision-making and risk assessmentThe Leadership ProfileThis role requires more than traditional sales management. We're looking for a strategic commercial leader who:Thinks beyond short-term revenue targetsCan influence without direct authorityIs comfortable managing managersCan travel and operate effectively across multiple European marketsHas the credibility to engage with senior stakeholdersCan balance strategic planning with commercial executionEnjoys solving complex business challenges and driving changeLanguagesEnglish is essential, additional European languages are desirable.Why Join? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a highly visible European leadership role with responsibility for:Significant commercial scopeStrategic channel developmentMarket expansion initiativesLeadership of established teamsInfluencing growth across a large European territoryWHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOTGilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.WHO IS VONTIERVontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies. Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry. With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.Join our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.Together, let's power the way the world moves!The company in which you have expressed employment interest is a subsidiary or affiliate of Vontier Corporation. The subsidiary or affiliate is referred to as a Vontier Company. Vontier Corporation and all Vontier Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law. The "EEO is the Law" poster is available at: Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call or e-mail to request accommodation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
