Commercial Manager Conveyor Belt Solutions
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Location: Zwevegem, BE
Company: Bekaert NV
Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.
With a heritage of more than 140 years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 27,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 7 billion in combined revenue in 2022, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!
Why join us?
- Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
- Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
- Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
- Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
- Diversity – Together, we create change
What's in it for you?
At our company, we offer a range of benefits to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally. Some of the benefits you can expect include:
- Competitive salary and benefits package to recognize and reward your contribution to the company's success.
- A hybrid working system and flexible hours that allow you to manage your work and personal life effectively.
- Learning and development programs developed by our L&D department, including leadership development, technical training to help you grow and progress in your career.
- A great opportunity to play a key role in our company's international growth story, where you can make a real impact and shape the future of our business.
- A chance to grow along with your responsibilities, both nationally and internationally, as we believe in investing in our employees'.
- Cool colleagues from all around the world, who are passionate, talented, and committed to our shared goals, creating a friendly and supportive work environment.
We value our employees and strive to create a culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.
About the role
Your Impact as Commercial Manager Conveyor Belt Solutions:
- Understanding the customer’s business goals and communicating them internally to relevant stakeholders.
- Defining a long-term Key Account Plan for major customers and aligning initiatives with the key priorities of the customer.
- Developing solid relationships within the organization and with customers to foster trust and loyalty.
- Driving new initiatives and innovation to achieve customer satisfaction and business objectives.
- Gathering customer and competitor intelligence data to give full transparency of the market.
- Understanding the strategic intent of key players, market priorities, and competitor developments.
- Using appropriate tools to gather, document, and analyze needs and opportunities.
- Collaborating with the Global Business Development Director to define the pricing strategy.
To be successful in this role, you should have a proven track record of delivering results in a customer-facing role, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. You should also have a strong business acumen and a passion for innovation and growth. A degree in business, marketing, or a related field is necessary, along with experience in Key Account Management or a related field.
About You
Essential skills & competencies
- Holding a bachelor degree in engineering or business.
- Having some years of experience in a commercial roles with a company active in conveyor belts market (mining, power, cement).
- Being constantly curious and passionate about developments and updating your knowledge.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders to support business objectives.
- Communicating effectively with all kinds of stakeholders, and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, striving for the best results.
- Being fluent in English, with proficiency in any additional languages being a plus.
- Being willing to travel as required to support business objectives, (50% of the time).
We value individuals who are proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn and develop new skills. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic and international environment, then this could be the perfect role for you. We offer a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive and inclusive work culture.
Will you dare to take the next step?
Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers
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