DACH Export Sales & Business Growth Lead

BergHOFF International; Heusden-Zolder; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BergHOFF Worldwide in Heusden-Zolder, Belgium, seeks an Export Sales Manager/Business Developer to lead growth in the DACH region. You will manage key accounts, identify new partners and drive profitability across Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

This role requires travel across the DACH markets, strong negotiation and a strategic yet hands-on approach. You will collaborate with internal teams to execute plans and build lasting partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in international sales, export management or business development.
• Success in both key account management and new business acquisition.
• Experience developing commercial activities and managing distribution networks.
• Knowledge of the DACH market and its retail landscape is a strong advantage.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to establish long-term commercial partnerships.
• A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, results-oriented approach.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage budgets, pricing and profitability.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the DACH region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a commercial growth strategy for the DACH region.
• Actively prospect and acquire new customers, distributors and business partners.
• Manage, maintain and further develop existing customer relationships and key accounts.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales with existing customers while expanding into new markets and sales channels.
• Build long-term commercial partnerships with retailers, distributors and other relevant sales partners.
• Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing structures and distribution contracts.
• Take ownership of regional sales targets, budgets and profitability.
• Regularly visit existing customers, prospects and distribution partners throughout the DACH region.
• Represent BergHOFF at relevant international trade fairs and industry events.
• Ensure effective product positioning, brand representation and distribution within your markets.

Skills

International sales

Key account management

New business acquisition

DACH market knowledge

Negotiation skills

Strategic mindset

Budget & pricing

Travel willingness

Job description

BergHOFF Worldwide in Heusden-Zolder, Belgium, seeks an Export Sales Manager/Business Developer to lead growth in the DACH region. You will manage key accounts, identify new partners and drive profitability across Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

This role requires travel across the DACH markets, strong negotiation and a strategic yet hands-on approach. You will collaborate with internal teams to execute plans and build lasting partnerships.