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Sales Manager NL

Damen Shipyards

Damen Shipyards

Sales & Business Development
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Posted on Aug 27, 2025

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

Who we are and what we do:
Are you dynamic, ambitious, looking for excitement, and do you love to travel? And do you share our passion for ships? Then you are perfect for a position within the world of Harbour & Voyage.

Damen Shiprepair Harbour & Voyage is a young and dynamic organization. We act in the exciting world of Heavy Offshore, Ship Repair, Luxury Cruise Ships, LNG Ships, larger Container Ships, Bulk Carriers, etc.

In this world, we offer a wide range of services, from warranty to complete upgrades of complex systems, from supplying small parts to fully managing complex repairs, from replacing a cylinder to providing ship management, system renewals and ship upgrades.

Additionally, we also provide project teams to offer service in a different way. Ships don’t come to us, we bring our service to the ship. This service is unlimited and always tailored to the client's needs, and is carried out worldwide.

Our teams operate from our service hubs located in multiple locations. The ultimate goal of the service is to get the floating objects and ships back in operation as quickly as possible.

This is a world of hard work with a beautiful result. This is the world of 24/7 service worldwide. In this world, everything revolves around trust and cooperation, with every mission successfully completed.

Our team consists of young, energetic colleagues in a brotherhood where we are always ready to support each other.


Purpose of the Role:

As a Sales Manager, you are responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and identify new business opportunities. You play a crucial role in strengthening the market position of Damen Shiprepair Harbour & Voyage and maintaining strong customer relationships, specifically focused on ship repair in the Netherlands and Western Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve business objectives.
  • Identify and approach potential customers and markets in the Netherlands and Western Europe
  • Maintain and expand existing customer relationships.
  • Conduct negotiations and finalize contracts.
  • Analyze market trends and competition to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to understand customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
  • Report sales performance and forecasts to management.
  • Ensure continuous availability and responsiveness in a 24/7 business environment.
  • Effectively communicate with local authorities and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the expansion of services at multiple locations within a short timeframe.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a commercial role, preferably in the maritime sector.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proactive and results-oriented attitude.
  • Fluent in English and Dutch
  • Living in the Netherlands, preferably in the Rotterdam area.
  • In-depth knowledge of ship repair and the maritime sector.
  • Willingness to travel and work flexibly in a dynamic, 24/7 environment.
  • Ability to achieve goals with a positive demeanor.
  • High customer orientation and no 9-to-5 mentality.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic and young team in a thriving company.
  • Active in ship repair, heavy offshore, cruise, LNG, etc.
  • A challenging and stimulating work environment.
  • Competitive salary and secondary benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A collegial and supportive team.


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Recruiter:

Tim Tersteeg

Email:

tim.tersteeg@damen.com

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