Head of Sales Europe (Float Glass)

Our client is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, their technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible and is looking for a high achieving Head of Sales who has an in-depth knowledge of the Float Glass, Architectural Glazing and Windows industry.
Location: France
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Posted on

16 January 2026

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Job Level

Manager

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Experience

5 years

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Our client is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, their technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible and is looking for a high achieving Head of Sales who has an in-depth knowledge of the Float Glass, Architectural Glazing and Windows industry.
Location: France
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Overview of the position:

Our client is driving innovation in the float glass and windows industry, delivering cutting-edge architectural glazing products that transform buildings and enhance sustainability. It is an exciting time to join as the Head of Sales Europe for Float Glass to play a key role in shaping the success of the business in becoming a market leader in Europe while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking organization. In this role, you will be responsible for driving business growth of our client’s innovative float glass – a disruptor glazing product as part of the EMEA Senior Sales Team. You will join with an existing network of contacts to leverage on behalf our client. As the Head of Sales Europe, you will build and maintain strong relationships with key windows manufacturers and architectural glazing companies across Mainland Europe. You will be responsible for managing sales accounts, researching new market opportunities and oversee growth projects, making sales projections and forecasting revenue, in line with projected income for the EMEA region for the new float glass products to be sold in Europe.

Responsibilities of the role of Head of Sales Europe Float Glass:

  • Develop and execute strategic account plans, including forecasting, budgeting, and growth strategies for float glass and architectural glazing.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, expanding the customer base and driving revenue growth across Europe.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts across Europe, serving as their trusted advisor for all business needs.
  • Gain a deep understanding of the customer and manufacturing requirements. Advocate for their needs and articulate an advantaged whole solution offering in collaboration with the Commercial Technology Manager.
  • Meet or exceed revenue targets by identifying opportunities to upsell, cross-sell, and drive adoption of new solutions.
  • Provide product demonstrations, and sales presentations to customers.
  • Collaborate with customers to understand their goals, challenges, and requirements, ensuring alignment with our client’s windows business offerings.
  • Act as the commercial resource for customers, providing detailed application support for windows and float glass solutions.
  • Partner with clients to assess their requirements and recommend tailored solutions to optimize performance and functionality.

    Qualifications for the role:

  • Proven experience in account management and technical application support.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in the European window glass industry and its indirect and direct sales channels. You will have worked as a General Manager, Head of Sales, Sales Director, Sales Account Manager or Product Manager or similar within an architectural glazing, float glass or windows manufacturing/supplies company.
  • Strong understanding of float glass, windows technology, applications, and architectural glazing industry standards in Europe.
  • Ability to bridge technical expertise with business strategy to deliver comprehensive solutions. Skills required for the role:
  • Fluent in English and French language
  • You must be comfortable juggling numerous clients, on and off-site meetings, and deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate in complex organizations aligning / collaborating with multiple stakeholders.
  • Be self-motivated, enjoy driving change, growth and enjoy working independently as well as part of a team.
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate with teams, as well as possessing the ability to influence others.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills – able to frame a problem (simplify) and propose solutions (strategy) and actions (execution plans). Travel: This will form at least 50% of your time across the region.

An exceptional package:

  • Your well-being is their priority. The compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a pension benefit that grows throughout your career.
  • The health and well-being benefits include medical, multi-sport card, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why our client offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

Apply right now by calling Emma Dempsey at Beautiful Recruitment on +44 (0)203 9111 000 or email your updated CV in English to emma@beautifulrecruitment.com right now.

About Company

Our client is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, their technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible and is looking for a high achieving Head of Sales who has an in-depth knowledge of the Float Glass, Architectural Glazing and Windows industry.

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