Business Development Manager

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Vlaanderen; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy and growth

Digital innovation focus

Flexible work from home

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing Ltd seeks a Business Development Manager to drive commercial expansion with a strong technical and commercial focus. You will lead new market development, acquisition, and strategic relationship management to create long-term value.

The role emphasizes consultative selling, market intelligence, and a balance between business development (75%) and account management (25%), with travel to clients and international trade fairs. Flexible work from home is available.

Qualifications

• Must have a technical sales background with commercial acumen.
• Experience in machine building or complex projects.
• Proficient in Dutch and English; German is a plus.
• Strong CRM and data-driven selling mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop new markets and acquire strategic accounts.
• Manage relationships and drive long-term value.
• Lead consultative selling and translate needs into solutions.
• Collaborate with marketing to inform campaigns and lead gen.
• Travel to clients and trade fairs as required.

Skills

Technical sales

Business development

Account management

Market intelligence

Relationship building

Dutch language

English language

German asset

Travel willingness

Education

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanics

Tools

CRM (A to Z)

AI tools

Job description

As Business Development Manager, you are the driving force behind our commercial expansion. You combine a strong technical background with keen commercial insight. Your primary focus is on new market development and acquisition, complemented by strategic relationship management to create long-term value.

You are a high-level conversational partner who does not sell on price, but based on technical added value and problem-solving ability.

Your Profile:

Engineering & Commercial Acumen Education: You hold a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Industrial or Civil Engineer).

A Professional Bachelor's degree in Mechanics with relevant years of experience is also eligible.

Experience:

You have a solid track record in technical solution sales, preferably within machine building or complex project-based environments.

You communicate professionally in Dutch and English. Knowledge of German is a strong asset; any additional language is an absolute plus.

Business Mindset:

Your focus is 75% on Business Development (identifying and converting new opportunities) and 25% on Account Management (deepening existing customer relationships).

Tech & AI Savvy:

You work in a structured manner using a CRM system (A to Z) and have an active interest in deploying software, apps, and AI tools to accelerate and optimize your sales process.

Your Responsibilities-

Consultative Selling:

You open doors with strategic prospects by flawlessly detecting their needs and challenges and translating them into technical solutions. Market Intelligence & Input: You act as the strategic link between the market and our organization. You provide the marketing team with crucial market information and trends to optimize lead generation campaigns.

Project Management:

You are responsible for the entire commercial process, operating both autonomously and collaborating seamlessly with the internal team.

Willingness to travel:

You are willing to travel to clients and trade fairs, striking the right balance between being present at the office and face-to-face meetings with international partners.

What we offer:

• A challenging key position within a high-tech environment.
• Room for autonomy and personal growth.
• A modern working climate with a focus on digital innovation (AI & Software tools).
• Flexible work arrangements with opportunities for working from home.
• A competitive remuneration package commensurate with your expertise and results.