Manager Sales

Bright Renewables is a supplier of renewable gas and CO₂ capture technologies; we offer end-to-end solutions worldwide, from production to maintenance. Bright Renewables is part of the HoSt Group, a proud family-owned business with roots in the Netherlands and a global market leader in renewable energy technology. With projects in over 30 countries and a team of more than 500 colleagues, we are among the global frontrunners in sustainable energy technology.

In the Netherlands, we operate from our base in Enschede. We will soon be moving to a modern and forward-thinking office in Hengelo (Twente region), an inspiring working environment where innovation, collaboration and growth are central.

The Role

At Bright Renewables, you’ll have the opportunity to lead and further professionalise our sales activities as Sales Manager. In this role, you’ll make a real impact: you’ll translate international market opportunities into concrete commercial strategies, strengthen our market position and build lasting relationships with customers worldwide.

What Are You Going To Do

As Sales Manager, you will combine strategy, leadership and commercial execution. You will have plenty of scope to improve sales processes, implement new methods and coach a team of Area Sales Managers. You will act as the link between sales, engineering, project delivery and service & maintenance, and make a direct contribution to the growth and profitability of Bright Renewables.

This is a key role within a growing business unit offering plenty of scope for initiative and entrepreneurship. As Sales Manager, you will report to the Head of Sales and work closely with the Sales Engineering Manager and the Business Development Manager.

Your Responsibilities

• Developing multi-year sales plans with KPIs, budgets and product portfolios;
• Identifying market opportunities, target groups and strategies within the business unit;
• Optimising sales processes and implementing new tools and methods;
• Leading, coaching and appraising the Area Sales Management team;
• Aligning sales forecasts and capacity with internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery;
• Monitoring internal technical standards and liaising with stakeholders in the event of deviations;
• Expanding the network and strengthening customer relationships.

What do we require

• Higher vocational education (HBO+) or university (WO) level of working and thinking, with a background in commerce, engineering, trade or a similar field;
• Experience in sales strategy and team management, preferably in the chemical, process technology or EPC/GC sector;
• Knowledge of supply and contract terms (Orgalim, IchemE and/or Redbook);
• A strong network and a strong commercial drive;
• Understanding of sales processes, products and relevant technologies;
• Analytical, results-oriented, strong communicator and a team player;
• Fluent in English; Dutch and/or German would be an advantage.

What we offer

• Good terms of employment and a salary commensurate with work experience and qualifications;
• An attractive annual profit-sharing scheme (paid out in September) for those on a permanent contract;
• An excellent pension scheme;
• Travel allowance for commuting: €0.21 per km;
• An annual holiday allowance of 8%;
• The option to work 32 or 40 hours per week;
• Flexible start times between 7am and 9am;
• Ample opportunities to work from home;
• The chance to work for a market leader in renewable energy with a strong focus on innovation, winner of the 2024 Oryx and Gazelle awards;
• Working in an international family business where your ideas matter and successes are celebrated together;
• Joining a team comprising both junior and experienced professionals;
• From late 2026: Working in a brand-new, sustainably built office building equipped with state-of-the-art sustainable facilities in Hengelo!
• A high degree of independence and responsibility;
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development in technical and professional areas;
• The latest bike (bike lease scheme);
• Earn gift vouchers by clocking up kilometres on your bike.

Apply

Applying for a job at Bright is quick and efficient. Apply now and send your CV and cover letter via the application button. You will hear from us within 14 days to let you know if you have been invited for an interview. Would you like more information beforehand? Please contact Renate Nijboer, Recruitment Manager, on 088 – 460 90 80.