Franz Josef Niebur
About Franz Josef Niebur
Franz Josef Niebur serves as the Director of Sales Europe at PHOENIX CONTACT, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience within the company, having worked in various roles in product marketing and management since 2000.
Work at PHOENIX CONTACT
Franz Josef Niebur has been serving as the Director Sales Europe at PHOENIX CONTACT since 2018. In this role, he oversees sales operations across Europe, contributing to the company's strategic objectives. Prior to this position, he held various roles at PHOENIX CONTACT, including Deputy Head of Product Marketing from 2004 to 2012, and Head of Product Marketing from 2012 to 2018. His tenure at the company spans over two decades, during which he has gained extensive experience in product management and marketing.
Education and Expertise
Franz Josef Niebur studied at Technische Universität Braunschweig, where he pursued a degree in Physics and earned a Diplom from 1993 to 1999. His educational background in physics provides him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in his roles within the technical and sales domains at PHOENIX CONTACT.
Background
Franz Josef Niebur has dedicated a significant portion of his career to PHOENIX CONTACT, starting as a Produktmanager for Sensor-Actuator Cabling in 2000. Over the years, he transitioned through various positions, including Produktmarketingmanager for Data Connectors and ultimately to leadership roles in product marketing. His long-standing association with the company reflects his deep understanding of its products and market strategies.
Career Progression
Franz Josef Niebur's career at PHOENIX CONTACT showcases a clear progression through various roles. He began as a Produktmanager in 2000, advancing to Produktmarketingmanager in 2008, and then to Head of Product Marketing in 2012. His current role as Director Sales Europe, which he has held since 2018, highlights his expertise in sales and marketing within the industrial technology sector.