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Melvin Ester

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Head of Sales Automotive NL at Marktplaats
📍 Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Melvin Ester is the Head of Automotive Sales for Marktplaats in the Netherlands, an expert in digital car sales, online marketplaces, and mobility trends. He is a frequent public speaker and commentator on the digital evolution of the automotive industry. People describe him as patient, knowledgeable, and an excellent manager.

Outside of his professional life, Melvin is an active cyclist, using his bike to travel to industry events. He also shows a keen interest in fostering new talent by hosting and presenting to college students who are entering the mobility sector.

Unique fact: Melvin closely follows US automotive trends from events like NADA to predict and advise on how the European and Dutch markets will evolve.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Head of Sales Automotive NL
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
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Digital Automotive Retail
As a thought leader for Marktplaats, he frequently gives interviews and speaks about the shift to digital-first consumer behavior in car sales.
Automotive Market Trends
He analyzes and speaks on market data, such as the rising popularity of hybrid vehicles and trends in online advertising spend.
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Career

Work history

1-2019
Head of Sales Automotive NL
Marktplaats
6-2016 - 12-2018
Key Account Manager Automotive
Marktplaats
1-2015 - 5-2016
Sales Manager
Cartel Internet & marketing
4-2014 - 12-2014
Senior Account Manager
inMotiv
11-2013 - 2-2014
Commercieel Manager Retail a.i.
RDC inMotiv Nederland B.V.
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Education
2013 - 2014
HBO
NCOI Strategisch Sales- en Account Management
2010 - 2011
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