Trainee Sales Manager

Huisman; Schiedam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum of 29 holiday days

Participation in collective pension scheme

Bonus scheme eligibility

Access to collective health insurance

Company sporting activities

Social events

Job summary

Huisman in Schiedam is looking for a Trainee Sales Manager to prepare candidates for a future sales management role. This position involves assisting in project management and sales strategies, providing personal development and training opportunities.

Candidates should have a relevant Technical Bachelor’s degree, social confidence, and a strong interest in technology. The company offers excellent benefits, including a minimum of 29 vacation days and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Completed relevant Technical Bachelor’s degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
• No more than two years of work experience after diploma.
• Good command of Dutch and English verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation and testing of equipment.
• Work in the Tender & Concepts department developing designs.

Skills

Ability to process large amounts of information

Interest in the commercial side of technology

Confidence and social skills

Curiosity and enthusiasm

Determined and flexible

Education

Relevant Technical Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical Engineering preferred)

Job description

Vacancy: Trainee Sales Manager who is ‘equipped for impact’

Do you want to be part of a globally operating team of innovators? Do you want to contribute to the energy transition? Do you also think bigger than big? And, do you have what it takes to make an impact? Then we might be looking for you. Find out more about our vacancy for Trainee Sales Manager.

About Our Organisation

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest construction equipment. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal, oil & gas, leisure and civil industries.

With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of transition.

“As Huisman is a family‑owned company, with family values, we are critical about what we want to produce. When starting something new we have to think about how we can do it in the best and safest way and what the impact on the world will be. We feel responsible for leaving the world a better place for the next generations.” – Charlotte Roodenburg, Manager New Build Sales

About the Position of Trainee Sales Manager

The role is designed to prepare you for a sales manager position. From day one, you will experience what it is like to work at the Huisman family business and you will experience a powerful network of colleagues from different departments.

Being a Sales Manager at Huisman means you convert opportunities into sales orders. You determine the strategy and draw on all possibilities to realise it. You take responsibility by setting your own sales target in consultation with your manager.

Personal development and training opportunities are also part of the deal. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, an excellent benefits package and regular drinks in our own bar.

What you will learn and experience

During the first phase you will work in the Installation Commissioning & Testing department. You will assist with the installation and testing of sold and built equipment, giving you a good idea of how our products work and where the challenges lie.

In the second phase you will work at our Tender & Concepts department. This team is responsible for developing the designs of our products for tenders or product development. You will become part of a team where innovation, creativity, quality and flexibility are central to achieving our business objectives.

That experience will equip you for a future sales manager role at Huisman.

You have

• A completed relevant Technical Bachelor’s degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
• No more than two years of work experience after obtaining your diploma.
• The ability to process a lot of knowledge and information in a short time; interest in the commercial side of technology.

You are

• Confident (balanced with modesty), socially strong at building relationships, and brave.
• Curious, enthusiastic and have a getting‑the‑job‑done mentality.
• Interested in learning how to manage a project and deal with multiple disciplines and stakeholders.
• Determined.
• Flexible and prepared to travel.

Some practical things you need to have

• An EU passport / valid work permit for the Netherlands.
• A good command of Dutch and English verbally and in writing.

Benefits and opportunities

• Think big and make big, all in one location. At Huisman Schiedam both our office and production facilities are based on a single site.
• An open, informal and no‑nonsense culture with short lines of communication.
• An international working environment with ample opportunities for career progression and personal development.
• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and qualifications.
• Minimum of 29 holiday days (based on full‑time employment) with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
• Participation in a collective pension scheme in line with the Wtp.
• Eligibility for a bonus scheme.
• Access to collective health insurance, with Huisman contributing as your employer.
• Take advantage of tax benefits through our bicycle scheme.
• Huisman organises sporting activities, such as a ski trip, as well as various social events, including large‑scale company parties where colleagues come together and get to know each other better.

Application Deadline and Process

• Application deadline: no later than 26th of June. The vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
• Selection: We review and assess candidates on a continuous basis, including before the closing date.
• First interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview.
• References: Where applicable, we may ask for references from your current and/or previous employers.
• Follow‑up procedure: The process may include a case study.
• Offer: Following a successful recruitment process, a job offer will be made.

Interested?

Apply online for the position of Trainee Sales Manager by using the apply button at the bottom of this page. We are curious to see what kind of impact you will make.