Sales Representative

Burckhardt Compression; Schiedam; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Engaging international work environment

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Sales Representative in Schiedam to enhance its customer relationships and drive growth. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and over 3 years of B2B sales experience. The candidate should possess fluency in Dutch and English with strong skills in negotiation and relationship building. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in B2B sales, with a focus on recurring business.
• Fluency in Dutch and English is required.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities; able to manage multiple topics simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow long-term customer relationships.
• Acquire new customers and expand sales within existing accounts.
• Monitor market trends and customer needs.
• Prepare and follow up on quotations and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Customer acquisition

Business development

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Sales, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Type: Hybrid

Location: Schiedam, NL

Date: Feb 19, 2026

Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on building strong customer relationships and unlocking new business potential? Do you combine strategic thinking with a hands‑on, customer‑oriented mindset? Then this is your opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic, international environment.

We are looking for a Sales Representative to strengthen our team and drive growth across an assigned region and customer base.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow long‑term customer relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Acquire new customers and expand sales within existing accounts.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.
• Represent and implement sales and marketing strategies in the assigned region.
• Prepare and follow up on quotations, tenders, and negotiations in collaboration with inside and technical sales.
• Manage the full order process and ensure a smooth customer experience.
• Conduct commercial negotiations within approved frameworks.
• Maintain accurate CRM/SAP data and track pipeline, KPIs, and market insights.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (technical sales, operations, supply chain, quality, marketing).
• Provide structured customer feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with EOHS and Quality standards (ISO9001, ISO14000, ISO45001).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Sales, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in B2B sales (experience in reciprocating compressors is an asset).
• Proven track record in customer acquisition, business development, and commercial negotiations.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM systems, and data analysis.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into action.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Independent, structured working style combined with strong team collaboration.
• High motivation, resilience, and a solution‑oriented approach.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities; able to manage multiple topics simultaneously.

What We Offer

• An engaging and international work environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• A collaborative culture with room to grow.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and contribute to our continued success, we look forward to receiving your application!

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer‑oriented and solution‑driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.