EU Business Developer - Aftermarket & Automotive - Sint-Niklaas

Michael Page International (Belgium); Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading logistics and engineering firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth within the Aftermarket and Automotive sectors. The role entails identifying new business opportunities, connecting with decision-makers, and overseeing sales strategies. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience, be fluent in Dutch and English, and possess strong networking skills. This position offers an impactful role in a dynamic international environment.

Prestations

Bonus opportunities

Travel expenses covered

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales within the Aftermarket and Automotive sector.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (French and/or German is a plus).
• At least 5 years in an international environment within Aftermarket or Automotive.

Responsabilités

• Define and implement business development strategy.
• Build a strong network and create market awareness.
• Connect with decision-makers and negotiate contracts.
• Contribute to professionalization and growth of the business lines.

Connaissances

Prospecting

Networking

Sales

C-Level Relationship Management

Commercial Negotiations

Strong Communication Skills

Description du poste

About Our Client

Our client is a global logistics and engineering company with +150 sites in +30 countries, offering tailored supply chain solutions across sectors like Health & Personal Care, E-commerce, and Automotive. Employing over 15,000 people, it leverages advanced automation and client-focused strategies.

Job Description

Your Mission: To further stimulate growth within the Aftermarket & Automotive Industry business lines, we are looking for a driven Business Development Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and seizing new business opportunities and attracting new customers to expand our global logistics platforms.

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategy & Implementation: Define the business development strategy with the team and translate it into a concrete go-to-market plan with targeted sales actions.
• Prospecting & Networking: Build a strong network, create market awareness, and generate interest through active prospecting (cold calling) and presence at trade fairs, seminars, and events.
• C-Level Relationship Management: Connect with decision-makers and convince potential customers by building strong relationships.
• Commercial Negotiations: Work with colleagues to negotiate contracts and establish long-term collaborations with customers.
• International Growth: Contribute to the further professionalization and growth of the Aftermarket & Automotive Industry Business Lines.

The Successful Applicant

Your Profile:

• You are a true hunter: Prospecting and networking are second nature to you
• Independent worker: You can implement a go-to-market plan autonomously
• Driven sales professional: Experience in business development or sales within the Aftermarket and Automotive & Industry sector
• Strong communication skills: Fluent in Dutch and English (French and/or German is a plus)
• International mindset: Willing to travel frequently (+20%).
• Experience: At least 5 years in an international environment within Aftermarket or Automotive (industrial)

What's on Offer

Our client's preference is to work on the long term with a candidate who has her/his own management company, there is room for a bonus and travel expenses. Besides the salary you will have the opportunity to:

• Impactful management role within a successful and dynamic company
• Work with the best in the industry in an international team
• A challenging role in a global environment, with opportunities for growth and development