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Auto1

Sales Operations Manager - Sales Planning, Performance & Incentives (m/f/d)

Auto1Β·7 days ago

⏰ Full-time🎯 Lead / PrincipalπŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Berlin, GermanyπŸ“… Aug 26, 2026
  • Manage Sales budgets, headcount, capacity and workforce costs.
  • Lead forecasts, re-forecasts, scenarios and run-rate projections.
  • Own and improve fair, transparent target and achievement models.
  • Set data-driven targets and evaluate incentive effectiveness.
  • Identify gaps and efficiencies, drive actions and collaborate with Sales, Finance and HR.
  • Several years’ experience in Sales Strategy, Commercial Finance, Sales Controlling, Consulting or a similar analytical role.
  • Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, incentive schemes and target models.
  • Strong analytical skills with complex data and business models.
  • Advanced Excel/Google Sheets and SQL skills.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, ownership, business acumen and problem-solving skills.
  • Fluent in English, other European languages a plus.

You do not meet 100% of the requirements? Take your shot and apply anyway! We offer room for growth and challenges to learn from.

Contact
Julia Krause

At AUTO1 Group we live an open culture, believe in direct communication, and value diversity. We welcome every applicant; regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual identity, disability, or any other non-merit factor

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Market context

Measured from remote postings we have tracked ourselves β€” not self-reported survey data.

What Lead / Principal Sales roles in Europe pay

25th
$63k
Median
$97k
75th
$158k

Based on 235 comparable postings with disclosed salaries, last 12 months.

How Auto1 is hiring

Last 90 days
176 roles
Total tracked
694
Hiring across
12 job families

Tracked since September 2025.

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