Nexxiot is digitalizing freight asset management with technology that now oversees the world’s most extensive network of connected intermodal containers and railcars.
Clients gain access to unparalleled real-time data, which streamlines fleet management and automates logistics processes. Nexxiot devices, built for resilience, withstand extreme conditions and provide long-term, detailed insights into cargo events, including impacts, delays, safety and security incidents, and loading activities.
Based in Zurich, Switzerland, Nexxiot’s influence extends globally. Our team, comprised of industry experts, operates from offices in Europe and North America and maintains a presence in a majority of depots, ports, and rail yards.
To learn more about how Nexxiot is leading the value generation for the rail industry, please visit www.nexxiot.com.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As Head of Rail Sales & Business Development, Europe, you will take full ownership of the rail segment’s growth and performance. That means owning the P&L, building a high-performing sales team from scratch, and leading the charge on closing big deals with top-tier rail operators across Europe.
You are not just a sales leader—you are a builder, a closer, and a force in the rail industry. With deep connections and solid technical expertise in electronics and sensor systems, you will drive the rapid growth of our cutting-edge IoT-based SaaS solutions.
This role is based in Germany or Austria, with frequent travel across Europe. It is your chance to shape a major vertical, steer the strategy, and make a lasting impact in a fast-scaling business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• P&L Ownership: Propose and achieve annual revenue, margin, and growth targets for the European rail business.
• Strategic Sales & Business Development: Lead aggressive business development to win new high-value accounts as well as increase share-of-wallet with existing customers. Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting via negotiation to deal closure.
• Team & Customer Engagement: Cultivate and manage executive-level relationships as well as key stakeholders at rail operators across Europe.
• Technical Solution Sales: Position and sell our portfolio of IoT devices, sensors, and SaaS platform—conduct technical deep dives with engineering, procurement teams, and operational teams
• Market & Competitive Intelligence: Track industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activity. Use insights to refine go-to-market strategies and create differentiated value propositions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to align on customer needs, tailor solutions, pilot deployments, and ensure seamless roll-out
• Sales Performance& Forecasting: Maintain a healthy sales funnel, deliver accurate forecasts, and report progress to the CEO and executive team.