Business Development Manager | French C1+ - Undutchables

As a  Business Development Manager , you will be responsible for further expanding the  French-speaking market , including  France, French-speaking Canada, and overseas French territories . This is a highly independent role in which you will have the opportunity to  build and develop your own market from the ground up . You will manage the  entire sales cycle : from identifying opportunities and approaching prospects to  closing new partnerships .

Because the business unit is still growing rapidly, not all processes are fully established yet. This makes the role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a  dynamic scale-up environment  and likes contributing ideas and helping shape future processes. Your responsibilities include:

Identifying and developing new business opportunities within the French-speaking market
Conducting market research to identify potential customers, partners, and market trends
Proactively generating leads and approaching prospects through cold calling, email campaigns, Linked In, and other outbound activities
Building and maintaining strong relationships with prospective business partners
Managing the complete sales cycle, from first contact through to signed partnership agreements
Advising prospects on connectivity and telecom solutions
Preparing and presenting commercial proposals and quotations
Scheduling and conducting virtual and/or face-to-face customer meetings
Representing the company at trade fairs, exhibitions, and networking events (approx. 5-10x a year)
Collaborating closely with colleagues from sales, account management, and partner management to ensure successful onboarding and customer satisfaction

Requirements
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or a similar B2B commercial role (3–5 years preferred)
Fluent French and English skills, both written and spoken. C2+ level French is preferred but not required, provided you can professionally present and explain solutions to customers. Dutch is a plus
A true hunter mentality with a proactive, entrepreneurial, and results-driven mindset
Comfortable with cold acquisition and outbound sales activities, with calling prospects as a natural first step
Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
Strong technical affinity and/or a genuine interest in technology, demonstrated through previous work experience, education, hobbies, or personal projects, enabling you to quickly understand, explain, and advise on connectivity solutions.
A flexible and adaptable personality who enjoys working in a scale-up environment where processes are still evolving
Able to work independently while thriving within an international team
Possession of a valid driver's license (B) is mandatory
Living within approximately 30–45 minutes of Oosterhout is highly preferred

Please note that we are only considering candidates who are already based in the Netherlands. We are not considering candidates who still need to relocate or have an unrealistic long-distance commute. We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits
Lease car provided
Company laptop and mobile phone
Initial 7-month direct contract with the intention of long-term employment
Full-time position (40 hours per week)
25 vacation days per year
Pension scheme with a shared employer/employee contribution
A bonus structure is currently under development
An international, entrepreneurial, and fast-growing working environment
Significant autonomy and ownership to develop and grow your own market
A young, informal, and people-oriented company culture
Primarily office-based role in Oosterhout to encourage collaboration and team spirit. Limited hybrid working possibilities may be discussed for candidates with a longer commute than 1 hour

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