Sebastian Scholl

Commercial Training & Development, Institutional Europe bei Ecolab

Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

About

I turn business strategy into clear, scalable execution across European markets. As a Commercial Training & Development Manager, I lead international teams, design enablement frameworks, align stakeholders, and build capabilities that drive consistent performance and measurable impact.

Experience

  • Ecolab (9 yrs 8 mos)
    • Commercial Training & Development Manager
      Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

      Leading the development of commercial capabilities across European Institutional sales teams. I design and scale training and enablement frameworks, translate strategy into clear execution, and align stakeholders across markets and functions. Together with my team, we build structured learning programs that drive consistent performance, strengthen collaboration, and enable sustainable business impact.

    • Market Lead Technical Service & Training, Institutional Europe
      Jun 2021 - Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 3 mos

      Stepped into a leadership role, building and leading a remote team of technical experts across Eastern Europe and Austria. Translated regional business needs into structured training and technical enablement programs, strengthening field capabilities and supporting sales growth. Established cross-functional collaboration across markets, creating a more consistent, scalable approach to training and technical service.

    • European Marketing Communication Manager DACH & BeNeLux - Institutional Division
      Dec 2019 - May 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Led the adaptation and execution of global marketing and communication strategies across DACH and BeNeLux. Managed end-to-end marketing and communication activities across digital and print channels, including PR, events, and trade shows, ensuring consistent messaging and strong support for commercial activities. Developed sales support materials and digital initiatives, working closely with sales, training, technical service, and business intelligence teams to align communication with business needs and customer requirements. Built the foundation for cross-functional collaboration and commercial enablement by connecting marketing activities more closely with sales execution and field requirements.

  • Business Development Advisor (Industrial Goods, Transport & Logistics) at French Embassy - Business France Deutschland
    Nov 2015 - Oct 2016 · 1 yr

    Advised French companies entering the German market, supporting business development and market positioning activities. Developed and delivered structured analyses and tailored recommendations, building a strong understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and commercial strategy in an international context.

  • Operations & Business Support at Fliesen Scholl GmbH & Co
    Jan 2010 - Oct 2015 · 5 yrs 10 mos

    Gained hands-on experience in operational and commercial business management within a family-owned company. Managed customer projects, offers, and day-to-day operations, developing a strong understanding of execution, customer relationships, and the practical realities of running a business.

  • Praktikant at 22talents
    Nov 2011 - Dec 2011 · 2 mos

    in den Bereichen HR und Brand Management: • Strategische Planung trendnaher HR-Methoden • Konzeption einer innovativen Karriereplattform • Fragebogenentwurf • Eigenverantwortliche Durchführung einer Feldbefragung im DIY-Marktsegment • Markt- und Wettbewerbsanalyse im Bereich Finance/Devisenhandel

  • Zivildienstleistender at Sankt Katharinen Hospital Frechen
    Oct 2010 - Mar 2011 · 6 mos

    - Unterstützende Tätigkeiten in der Patientenverwaltung (Ansprechpartner für Patienten, Archivarbeiten, Hol- und Bringdienste) - Unterstützende Tätigkeiten in der Buchhaltung/des Rechnungswesens (Debitoren-/Kreditoren-Buchhaltung, Rechnungsprüfung, Auswärtige Untersuchungen, Kostenstellenrechnung, Vertragsverwaltung, Recherche) - Schriftverkehr mit Krankenkassen, Ärzten, etc. zu Abrechnungszwecken, Stationspost, Lageristentätigkeit (Büroinventar) - Einarbeitung von Praktikanten - Korrespondenz und Kommunikation auf Englisch, Französisch und Spanisch bei internationalen Versicherungsfällen