Vice President Airports & Public Spaces f/m/d

Our common goal

At Vitra, we believe that well-designed spaces shape better experiences. In the dynamic world of airports, where efficiency, comfort, and aesthetics intersect, we create furniture solutions that enhance the passenger journey while meeting the operational demands of modern transportation hubs.

As VP Public Seating, you will drive our mission to redefine airport interiors by combining design excellence with functional innovation. You will strengthen our market presence, foster strategic partnerships, and contribute to the development of solutions that set new industry benchmarks. Together, we will shape the future of airport environments—spaces that are not only efficient and durable but also inspiring and human-centric

What you can expect

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our market presence.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to clients, showcasing our capabilities and solutions.
• Lead the preparation and submission of RFPs/RFQs, ensuring compliance with client requirements and company standards.
• Regularly attend industry events and exchanges to stay updated on market trends and build professional networks.
• Manage sales and project margins and optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with the Vitra teams in North America and Europe
• Prepare regular reports on sales activities, market feedback and target achievement for management.
• Salary range of $160,000 – $200,000

How you can convince

• 10+ years of experience in a comparable setting (in the interface between sales and product management)
• Fluency in English, verbal and written.
• Strong understanding of market trends and the ability to translate these into strategic actions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• In-depth understanding of technical aspects related to airport projects.
• Excellent negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and agreements.

Enjoy working at Vitra 

• We offer a dynamic, creative, and innovative environment and pursue a sustainable corporate strategy
• Office design is our specialty - our work environment offers space for creativity including areas for focus time
• Welcome to Vitra - our orientation and welcome program 
• "How to work better" - our concept for the hybrid working world - enables mobile working in different facets 
• We promote lifelong learning through our internal academy and target group-oriented talent management programs 
• Benefit from attractive discounts on products from Vitra and Artek 

Do you still have doubts? 

You do not bring all the qualifications listed? 

Don't be discouraged: We are convinced that with an eager-to-learn, open-minded attitude, mountains can be moved. 

So, apply anyway and show us why you are the right person for this position. 

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and living diversity. Your personality and expertise are the only factors that determine your suitability. 

Please note that we cannot accept applications via E-mail but kindly ask you to send it via our job portal. If you have any questions, Eleni Thalmann, eleni.thalmann@vitra.com, will be happy to support.