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Exciting opportunity to spearhead Vivobarefoot's growth in the DACH region while promoting sustainability and reconnecting people to nature
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Vivobarefoot offers an exciting opportunity with a difference. They are not just a footwear company - they aim to redefine the industry with their unique minimalist designs that connects people closer to the ground, promoting a spiritual and eco-friendly state of mind. Their mission is global but right now, they're seeking a Sales Manager who will steer their presence in Germany, Austria and Switzerland to new heights.
Role Summary:
- Lead commercial growth across DACH.
- Expand and manage strategic partnerships.
- Ensure alignment with Vivobarefoot's mission and long-term vision.
Role Requirements:
- 10+ years of footwear sales experience.
- Prior experience managing wholesale accounts in DACH.
- Strong understanding of the German-speaking retail landscape.
- Must possess excellent negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience with purpose-driven or premium brands is a plus.
Application Process Details:
- The role is remote based and requires the applicant to be resident in DACH.
- Regular regional travels are necessary and the language requirements are fluent English and German.
Vivobarefoot is on a mission to reconnect people to nature and their natural potential. We create minimalist footwear designed the way humans evolved to move - natural, connected, and free. We challenge the conventional footwear industry through sustainability, regeneration, and transparency. We believe that the closer people are to the ground, the more connected they are to themselves and to the planet.
The role: As the DACH Sales Manager, you will lead Vivobarefoot's commercial growth across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. You will be responsible for expanding and managing wholesale and strategic partnerships while ensuring strong alignment with Vivobarefoot's purpose, values, and long-term vision. This role requires a balance of commercial excellence, relationship leadership, and brand leadership in our most important European region.
Job requirements: You will need to have 10+ years of footwear sales experience within the outdoor, sports, or premium lifestyle space. A proven track record managing wholesale accounts in the DACH region is essential. Strong understanding of the German-speaking retail landscape and buying patterns is required. Experience with purpose-driven, premium, or challenger brands is highly desirable. Skills needed include strong commercial acumen with a long-term, values-led mindset, excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills, strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability, and comfort working independently in a remote, international environment.
Benefits: You will act as Vivobarefoot's brand ambassador in the DACH region, represent the brand at trade shows, events, and community activations, and identify and develop regionally relevant growth opportunities. You will also collaborate with Marketing, Product, Operations, and Finance teams to deliver impactful retail activations, provide market feedback, ensure smooth order execution, and report on performance and strategic opportunities.
Applications details: The position is fully remote, and you must be based within the DACH region with a willingness to travel regularly within the region. Languages required are native or fluent German and fluent English.
