Sales Director & Country Manager

This is a strategic leadership role combining commercial development and country management responsibilities. You will be responsible for growing revenue, developing key customer relationships, driving market expansion, and ensuring the overall performance of our Rotterdam operation.

As the leader of the Dutch business, you will be expected to combine strong commercial acumen with hands‑on operational oversight and team leadership.

• Develop and execute the Netherlands commercial strategy aligned with Group objectives.
• Drive business growth through new customer acquisition and expansion of existing accounts.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Identify market opportunities and lead initiatives to increase market share.
• Oversee sales forecasting, pipeline management, and business development activities.

• Lead and oversee the daily activities of the Dutch organization.
• Ensure sustainable profitability and financial performance.
• Monitor operational performance and service excellence across all product lines.
• Support procurement and vendor management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and industry standards.

• Lead, coach, and develop the local management team and employees.
• Foster a high‑performance, customer‑focused culture.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for departments and direct reports.
• Act as a role model for Atlantic Gate's values and leadership principles.

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Proven success in a senior sales leadership, branch management, or country management role.
• Strong knowledge of the Dutch logistics and freight forwarding market.
• Experience in air freight, ocean freight, and contract logistics solutions.
• International business exposure and experience working in a global environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business acumen.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Commercially driven with a track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.

• Dutch proficiency is highly preferred.

• Lead and shape the future growth of Atlantic Gate in the Netherlands.
• Join a global, agile, and entrepreneurial organization.
• Work with a highly experienced international leadership team.
• Competitive compensation package including performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on business growth and strategy.