International Sales Manager (Europe/Africa)

Sales Manager Europe & Africa

Location: Dordrecht, The Netherlands
Employment Type: Full-time

Join Safeway BV and Drive International Growth

Are you an ambitious sales professional with a passion for international business, technical solutions, and relationship building? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can develop new markets, build long-term customer relationships, and create commercial success?

Safeway BV is looking for a driven Sales Manager Europe & Africa to strengthen our commercial presence across Europe and Africa and contribute to our continued international growth.

About Safeway BV

Safeway BV is a leading provider of innovative solutions for safe personnel transfer in the maritime and offshore industries. Based in Dordrecht, one of the Netherlands' most important maritime regions, we design and deliver high-quality technical systems that enable safer, more efficient, and reliable operations worldwide.

With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we serve clients across the globe and continuously invest in technology, people, and long-term partnerships.

Your Role

As Sales Manager Europe & Africa, you will be responsible for developing business opportunities across the region, expanding our customer base, and strengthening relationships with existing clients.

You will work closely with colleagues from Engineering, Operations, Finance, Purchasing, and Logistics to ensure optimal customer support and successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new customers throughout Europe and Africa.
• Manage and develop relationships with existing clients and partners.
• Develop and implement sales plans to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and business opportunities.
• Create sales strategies aligned with customer needs and market potential.
• Prepare quotations, commercial proposals, and cost calculations.
• Coordinate and follow up on quotation processes and contract negotiations.
• Present Safeway's products and solutions to customers and stakeholders.
• Visit customers, agents, distributors, end-users, and project locations.
• Represent Safeway at exhibitions, conferences, and networking events.
• Contribute market insights that support new product development.
• Expand Safeway's international network and increase market visibility.
• Support marketing and business development initiatives, including social media activities and industry events.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent working and thinking level (HBO/University).
• Degree in Business, Commercial Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of successful B2B sales experience in a technical environment.
• Experience within the maritime, offshore, logistics, or industrial sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
• French language skills are considered an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial and business development skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and customer-focused mindset.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a results-driven approach.
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable.
• Technical affinity and strong market awareness.
• Professional and confident presentation skills.

What We Offer

• An exciting international role within a growing and innovative company.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Attractive bonus scheme.
• 28 vacation days.
• Excellent pension plan.
• Strong secondary employment benefits.
• Freedom to take initiative and make an impact.
• Collaboration with international clients and partners.
• Opportunities for personal development and career growth.
• A professional, enthusiastic, and supportive team environment.

Interested?

Are you ready to become the commercial ambassador who helps Safeway grow throughout Europe and Africa?

Send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@vanaalstgroup.com.

For more information, please contact our HR Officer, Barry Jansen, at +31 (0)78 622 1304.

Safeway BV – Safe Transfers Worldwide.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden:

• Auto van de zaak
• Flexibele werkuren
• Pensioen
• Reiskostenvergoeding
• Telefoon van de zaak

Werklocatie: Fysiek