About this role

Southwestern Recruitment is partnering with an international engineering and manufacturing company that develops high-performance mechanical components and motion technologies used in industrial automation, machinery, robotics, and advanced manufacturing environments. We are looking for a commercially driven Area Sales Manager to lead growth across France and the Benelux region and execute sales strategy across France and Benelux.

Daily responsibilities:

Acquire new industrial and OEM customers
Grow and manage existing key accounts
Develop and support distribution partners where relevant
Represent the company at trade fairs, exhibitions and industry events
Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to support customer solutions
Identify new market opportunities and application areas

Requirements

Proven experience in technical B2B sales within industrial or engineering environments
Experience working with OEMs, machine builders, distributors or industrial end-users
Strong track record in business development and territory growth
Ability to understand technical products and customer applications
Very good (min. C1 level) French and English
Based in the Netherlands and willing to travel across France and Benelux

Nice to have: