Sales Manager

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As a sales manager, you are responsible for all sales activities and act as the primary contact for the customer for the Damen portfolio within assigned countries/ area. You build sustainable customer relationships, identify needs and trends, sell and provide input for the development of the Damen portfolio and oversee aftersales in line with developed sales plan and Damen strategy. Goal of the job is to realize sales objectives and create customer loyalty in the assigned territory to contribute to an increase in the market share, turnover and profits of Damen. On average, the sales manager travels 120 days a year. These trips mainly exist of visiting prospects and clients inside the area 1 region, but also visiting our shipyards, fairs and exhibitions outside of the area 1 region together with clients.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Offshore Engineering, or a comparable technical field.
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in a commercial and/or technical role, ideally within the capital goods industry.
• Strong commercial mindset with proven ability to build trust, manage long-term customer relationships, and communicate effectively at multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to balance customer needs with business objectives, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial and market-driven, with the ability to recognize trends, identify opportunities, and translate them into sales results.
• Structured and disciplined way of working, including effective opportunity management and CRM usage (e.g. Salesforce).
• Strong affinity with complex technical products and shipbuilding processes; excellent command of Dutch and English, with full-time availability and willingness to travel extensively.