
Sales Manager – Benelux, UK
CDM Smith
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Netherlands
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About the role
- Deliver on agreed financial and commercial objectives for the assigned territory and market segment
- Actively contribute to the development and execution of strategic sales and marketing plans that increase gross profit and expand market share
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, ensuring timely and successful delivery
- Forecast and plan demand accurately
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities using CRM tools such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics
- Continuously improve profitability through price management and optimise cash flow, handling payment terms and overdues
- Gather and analyse market intelligence, trends, and competitive insights to inform strategy
- Provide exceptional customer care and champion a customer-first mindset across the organisation
- Run distributor channels effectively within the region
- Ensure seamless coordination between customers and Arxada’s Supply Chain and Customer Service teams for accurate planning and delivery
- Promote Arxada’s core values and lead by example in EHS compliance, fostering a culture of safety and responsibility
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Business or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Business fluency in English; Dutch language skills would be beneficial
- Min. 5+ years of proven experience in technical sales and/or new business development
- Experience working within complex, matrix, multinational organisations
- Strong track record in selling technically driven products and solutions
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly in both verbal and written form
- Self-motivated, entrepreneurial attitude with a passion for growth and innovation
- Willing and able to travel internationally (up to 50%)
Benefits
- Flexible remote work arrangements
- Professional growth opportunities
- Competitive salary package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
technical salesnew business developmentmarket analysisdemand forecastingprice managementcash flow optimizationcustomer careEHS compliance
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillsself-motivatedentrepreneurial attitudepassion for growthinnovation