Inside Sales Team Leader

Team Lead - Inside Sales & Order Processing

Location: Heidelberg, Germany

Are you an experienced Inside Sales or Order Management professional looking to lead a high-performing team within an innovative life sciences organisation? Our client is a globally recognised developer and manufacturer of specialist products supporting scientific research. With decades of expertise and an international customer base, they are committed to quality, innovation and exceptional customer service.

The Opportunity

As Team Lead, you will manage the Inside Sales & Order Processing team, ensuring customer quotations, order fulfilment and logistics activities are delivered accurately and efficiently. You'll play a key role in driving operational excellence, improving processes and leading a customer-focused team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the Inside Sales & Order Processing team.


• Oversee quotations, order processing and order-to-cash activities.


• Manage customer backlogs, shipping schedules and order fulfilment.


• Drive continuous process improvements and KPI performance.


• Coordinate with Sales, Logistics, Finance, Production and Customer Service.


• Ensure compliance with company procedures and quality standards.


• Support change initiatives, system implementations and business improvement projects.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years' experience in Inside Sales, Order Management or Customer Service.


• Previous experience leading or supervising a small team.


• Strong ERP systems knowledge (NetSuite, Navision or similar desirable).


• Experience improving processes and managing operational KPIs.


• Excellent organisational and communication skills.


• Fluent German and English.


• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.


• Customer-focused with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Why Apply?

• Join an established international life sciences business.


• Lead a collaborative, high-performing team.


• Play a key role in operational excellence and business growth.


• Work within an organisation recognised for quality, innovation and long-term customer relationships.