Business Development Manager (Netherlands)

Are you a B2B sales professional ready for your next big step? We’re looking for a Business Development Manager based in the Netherlands who knows the local market and wants to help build and grow CoolPeople’s business there.

You’ll have the opportunity to build your own client portfolio, develop strong business partnerships and shape our local business strategy. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys opening doors, identifying new opportunities and turning them into long-term relationships.

The role offers a long-term career path, with the potential to progress towards a Country Lead position and take on broader responsibility for developing our business in the Netherlands.

If you have a proven track record in B2B sales in the Dutch market, an entrepreneurial mindset and the drive to make things happen, we’d love to tell you more.

Job description

• identifying and acquiring new clients in the Netherlands
• opening new business opportunities and building our presence in the local market
• building and managing your own client portfolio
• developing and maintaining long-term relationships with clients and business partners
• managing the sales process from initial outreach and negotiation through to closing deals
• working closely with colleagues across the company to shape and implement the strategy for the Dutch market
• gaining a comprehensive understanding of our business and services
• taking on increasing responsibility as the business grows, with the potential to progress towards a Country Lead role

Must have

• based in the Netherlands, with a strong understanding of the Dutch market and local business practices
• proven experience in B2B sales in the Netherlands, selling products or services to corporate clients
• a track record of independently identifying new opportunities and winning new business
• excellent command of English and Dutch for daily business communication
• strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills
• a proactive, customer-oriented approach and the drive to see opportunities through to completion
• an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to work independently, set priorities and take ownership
• willingness to travel for client meetings and business development activities

What we offer

• a fixed salary plus performance-based bonuses linked to successfully secured business
• uncapped monthly bonuses
• flexible working hours
• a dedicated budget for client meetings, business lunches and social events
• a laptop and mobile phone
• team-building activities and company events
• the opportunity to shape our business in the Netherlands and see the direct impact of your work
• a long-term career path with the potential to grow into a Country Lead role