Business Developer

Zovea; Amsterdam; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Zovea Pet Care is growing and we’re looking for a motivated Business Developer to identify opportunities, build relationships and close deals across Benelux, Scandinavia and the UK.

You’ll travel 30–40% of the time, visit prospective clients and trade fairs, and help shape our commercial strategy as we expand in international markets, bringing entrepreneurial energy to the role.

Qualifikationen

• 2–4 years’ experience in international B2B sales, trading, and related roles (FMCG or OOH).
• Willing to travel 30–40% to visit clients and trade fairs across Benelux, Scandinavia and the UK.
• Proven ability to build relationships and close deals.
• Commercially curious about markets, pricing, supply chains and opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive and willing to take ownership.
• Natural networker with strong communication and networking skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Aufgaben

• Grow the business by identifying opportunities and developing leads across Benelux, Scandinavia and the UK.
• Build and maintain partnerships with customers and partners for long-term growth.
• Develop trading mindset by monitoring market developments, pricing and demand.
• Drive new business by managing the sales process from prospecting to closing deals and building relationships.
• Visit prospective clients and attend trade fairs to expand market presence.
• Connect people and opportunities through effective networking and communication.
• Take ownership of your pipeline, customers and results, while developing commercial skills.
• Help shape and improve our growing commercial strategy and culture as we scale.

Kenntnisse

International B2B sales

Trading

Account management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Market insights

Entrepreneurial mindset

Jobbeschreibung

Ready to build a commercial career that makes a real difference?

At Zovea Pet Care, we’re building a new kind of pet care business. OA culture built on entrepreneurial thinking, strong partnerships and smart commercial decisions. We’re growing fast, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to our growth and make a visible impact from day one.

We’re looking for a motivated Business Developer who enjoys building relationships, identifying opportunities, closing deals and turning market insights into commercial success.

This role is suited to someone who already has commercial experience, enjoys taking ownership, and wants to develop their career in an international environment where initiative and entrepreneurial thinking are valued.

What You’ll Build

Grow the business: Identify new commercial opportunities, develop leads and help expand Zovea Pet Care in existing and emerging markets.

Build lasting partnerships: Build and develop relationships with customers and partners, establishing long-term collaborations that drive mutual growth and strengthen Zovea Pet Care’s position in the market.

Develop your trading mindset: Keep abreast of market developments, pricing, supply and demand, and commercial trends. Use your curiosity and market knowledge to identify opportunities and facilitate successful deals.

Drive new business: Manage the sales process from prospecting and initial discussions through to negotiation, closing deals and developing long-term relationships. Spend time in the field, visiting prospective clients and attending trade fairs across the Benelux, Scandinavia and the UK.

Connecting people and opportunities: Build your network, meet new partners, and create value through strong communication and a keen commercial eye.

Take charge of your opportunities: Take responsibility for your pipeline, your customers and your results, whilst continuing to develop your commercial skills.

Help shape how we grow: Bring your ideas, challenge the status quo, and help us improve our commercial approach as we continue to grow.

Develop into a future leader: Develop your skills and seize opportunities to contribute to the growth of our commercial team.

Who We’re Looking For

• 2–4 years’ experience in international B2B sales, trading, business development, account management or similar commercial roles Experience within FMCG or OOH.
• You must be happy to spend 30–40 per cent of your time travelling to visit prospective clients and attend trade fairs across the Benelux, Scandinavia and the UK.
• Proven ability to build relationships and close deals.
• Commercially curious with an interest in markets, pricing, supply chains and opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, hands-on and keen to take ownership.
• A natural connector who enjoys meeting people and building networks.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• I’m keen to learn about the pet care industry and grow alongside Zovea Pet Care.