Account Manager

A Japanese manufacturer in Amstelveen is looking for an Account Manager / Business Development Manager. You will primarily support existing clients and develop new clients in the cosmetic industry in the Netherlands.

Role Requirements

• Business-level English proficiency
• Approximately once a month business trips

Eligibility

• Not eligible: Working holiday, Student visa, Visa sponsorship required

Work Details

• Work Type: Hybrid (50% WFH)
• VISA Support: None
• Type: Full-time Contract (initially 1 year, with long-term potential)
• Hours: 32-40 hours/week, Core hours 9:30 – 16:00
• Salary: €60-70k/year + performance bonus, depending on experience
• Start Date: 1st November 2024
• Location: Amstelveen (50% WFH)

Main Responsibilities

1. Provide technical support to customers
2. Engage with customers to take supply orders and introduce new products
3. Prepare and submit Customer Visit Reports with meeting summaries and sales strategies
4. Complete monthly activity and results reports using provided templates
5. Coordinate with the CEO, VP, R&D, and colleagues to stay updated on products, trends, and customer needs
6. Use Exact Online to update customer information and manage schedules
7. Travel as needed, manage expenses and logs appropriately
8. Adhere to MCLS Europe pricing policies
9. Assist with inventory movement when necessary

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2-3 years sales or related experience in cosmetics, chemicals, ingredients, or nutrition industries
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and internet use
• Willing to travel to client sites
• Fluent in English (verbal and written); additional languages (Dutch, Japanese, German, French) are a plus
• Must have the right to work in the Netherlands; visa sponsorship not available