Sales Manager - B2B Direct Sales

Leuven Vast dienstverband Kantoor of thuiswerk Bekijk de functieomschrijving
Our client is looking for a hands-on Sales Team Leader to drive performance and coach a team of Account Managers in a fast-paced B2B environment. This role combines strong people leadership with a sharp commercial mindset in a demanding direct sales context.

Bijgewerkt 13/07/2026

  • You have experience in leading and coaching a field sales team
  • You are fluent in Dutch, English - French is a strong asset

Over onze klant

Our client is an international B2B sales organization, operating within different sectors.
In Belgium, the company has a strong entrepreneurial spirit, focusing on direct sales of professional products and solutions to end users (B2B construction companies).

The organization combines the stability of a large group with the agility of a local entity.

Functie

As a Sales Manager, your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Lead and manage a team of around 10 Account Managers (mix of junior and senior profiles)
  • Act as coach, and inspiration source for the team
  • Strong focus on coaching in the field
  • Provide continuous feedback and translate strategy into concrete actions
  • Focus on Flemish Brabant area
  • Drive commercial growth while ensuring profitability and long-term relationships
  • Stay close to the business
  • Maintain contact with key accounts and step in when needed
  • Report directly to the Sales Director



Profiel

The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

  • At least 5 years of commercial experience
  • Proven experience managing teams
  • Strong sales mindset
  • Experience in B2B direct sales environments
  • Affinity with construction sector is a plus
  • Strong coaching capabilities
  • Resilient, ambitious, transparent, and hands-on
  • Analytical, structured, and result-oriented
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Fluent in Dutch, English - French is a strong asset



Aanbod

  • Leadership role with real impact on team and business
  • International company with strong local autonomy
  • Structured onboarding and continuous training programs
  • Real career growth opportunities
  • Dynamic, supportive, and people-driven culture
  • Competitive salary package including : Company car, bonus scheme, insurances coverage, phone, laptop, net allowances 26 days off
Contact
Simon Verniers
Referentienummer
JN-062026-7029662

Vacature samenvatting

Sector
Verkoop
Sub Sector
Verkoopmanager/ Directeur
Industrie
Industrial / Manufacturing
Locatie
Leuven
Contract Type
Vast dienstverband
Consultant naam
Simon Verniers
Vacature referentie
JN-062026-7029662
Kantoor of thuiswerk
Kantoor of thuiswerk

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