About this role
Our client is a leading player in the packaging and industrial solutions sector , recognized for its innovation, operational excellence and commitment to sustainable manufacturing. With a strong footprint across Europe and ambitious growth plans, the company is looking to strengthen its commercial presence within the DACH region (Germany, Austria & Switzerland) through the recruitment of a highly driven Business Development Manager .This opportunity is ideally suited to a true sales developer , someone who enjoys identifying opportunities, opening new doors and driving market expansion rather than simply managing existing relationships.
- Jobomschrijving Develop and execute a commercial growth strategy for the DACH region.
- Identify, prospect and convert new customers across targeted industrial sectors.
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
- Develop long-term relationships with key decision-makers.
- Understand customer needs and propose tailored technical solutions.
- Lead negotiations and successfully close commercial agreements.
- Collaborate closely with internal technical, operational and customer service teams.
- Represent the company at trade fairs, industry events and customer meetings.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
- Maintain accurate forecasting and CRM reporting.
- We are looking for a real business developper.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate: Proven experience in Business Development, Technical Sales or B2B Commercial Development . A genuine passion for acquiring new customers and opening new markets.
- Strong prospecting, networking and relationship-building skills.
- An entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of autonomy.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- The resilience and determination required to develop business within a competitive market.
- Experience within packaging, manufacturing, industrial products, paper, printing, labels, plastics or other technical environments is considered a strong advantage.
- German is the key success factor for this role.
- Given the strategic focus on the DACH region , candidates must possess: Perfect proficiency in German Professional French and/or English Additional languages are an asset You must be capable of conducting negotiations, presentations and commercial discussions at senior decision-maker level entirely in German.