External Sales Advisor – Industry

Function

Our client is looking for an External Sales Advisor (Industry) in the province of Antwerp. In this role, you will act as the commercial link between clients and the internal organisation. You will manage and develop an assigned client portfolio within the industrial market, with a focus on building long-term relationships, driving further growth and delivering a strong service experience.

You combine business development with a detailed needs analysis and translate technical queries into well-thought-out solutions and services. In doing so, you carefully monitor quotations and projects, support the internal sales team and ensure that customer enquiries are dealt with promptly and professionally.

Your duties will include:

• maintaining and further developing existing customer relationships;
• identifying commercial opportunities and new market potential;
• the proactive promotion of bespoke products, solutions and services;
• managing quotations, orders and ongoing projects from start to finish;
• the use of cross-selling and the communication of commercial promotions and incentives;
• updating CRM data correctly and helping to optimise sales processes;
• contributing to team targets relating to turnover, gross margin and growth;
• actively promoting and helping to support customer events and training courses;
• maintaining smooth collaboration with internal sales teams and specialists.

You’ll be working in an environment where technical expertise, prompt service and a customer-focused approach are key. You’ll be given the opportunity to further develop your product knowledge through training courses and internal knowledge platforms, enabling you to advise customers with ever-greater confidence and impact.

Profile

Our client is looking for a candidate with a commercial mindset and a technical background, preferably in electrical engineering or a similar field. Ideally, you will have 0 to 3 years’ experience in a commercial or technical environment and you will feel comfortable in a role where customer contact, follow-up and a results-oriented approach are key.

We expect you to:

• have a technical background, preferably with knowledge of electricity;
• have an interest in or experience within the industry sector;
• are business-minded and recognise opportunities spontaneously;
• is customer- and service-oriented, with a focus on quality and speed;
• are proactive, dynamic and keen to learn;
• have strong social and communication skills;
• speak Dutch fluently and have a good knowledge of French;
• is proficient in using CRM tools and carrying out administrative follow-up;
• is able to work independently, but also works well as part of a team;
• are willing to attend product training sessions and in-house training courses.

A healthy commercial drive, attention to detail and the motivation to genuinely help customers are what make you a strong candidate for this role in the province of Antwerp.

Organisation

As a professional wholesaler, they offer an extensive range of electrical products, with over 55,000 items in stock.

Our core business is to provide our customers with the best possible logistics service through our advanced online shop, a Netstore application and a wide range of bespoke delivery options (express delivery, Click&Collect, delivery to the site, etc.)

They strive to take as much of the burden off the customer as possible and to support them in their day-to-day activities, resulting in more time and greater productivity. Thanks to their in-house technical expertise, they guide their customers through the entire process from start to finish – from advising on specific products and energy-efficient solutions, through the development of the project study, the ordering and delivery of materials, and, in some cases, assistance with commissioning.

Offer

You’ll be working in a dynamic and close-knit working environment where you can count on stability, trust and opportunities for growth. Our client is looking for someone who can look forward to an attractive overall package that clearly recognises your commitment and commercial impact.

What to expect:

• a permanent contract;
• an attractive salary based on your experience and profile;
• non-statutory benefits such as a company car, meal vouchers, group insurance and hospitalisation insurance;
• an end-of-year bonus;
• ADV days and seniority days;
• the option of bike leasing;
• a career development path where you help shape the direction of your own development;
• a role with clear responsibilities and a direct impact on customers and results;
• an environment where training, knowledge-sharing and professional development are actively supported.

Not only will you receive a competitive package, but you’ll also have a role in which you contribute every day to customer satisfaction, strong results and your own professional development.