As Sales Manager based in Brussels, you will be responsible for overseeing and supporting the sales team across the European market. Reporting directly to the Director of Sales & Marketing, your role will focus on executing the sales strategy, team coordination, and contributing to the company’s expansion across the EU — with potential for global involvement in the future.
📌 Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Managing the daily operations of the sales team, ensuring productivity and performance.
* Supporting the implementation of regional sales strategies as directed by the Sales & Marketing Director.
* Providing hands-on coaching and guidance to team members to help achieve individual and team targets.
* Recruiting, onboarding, and mentoring new sales representatives to build and strengthen the team.
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships across European markets.
* Identifying opportunities for business development and market penetration.
* Collaborating with the marketing team to align on campaigns and promotional efforts.
* Ensuring accurate data entry, pipeline management, and reporting within the company’s CRM system.
* Preparing regular performance updates and sales reports for senior management.
* Representing the company at trade shows, networking events, and client meetings in Europe.
* Ensuring compliance with company procedures and relevant sales regulations.
🛠️ Skills & Experience – Required & Preferred
* CRM Management Expertise: Proficient in managing CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce), with strong attention to data accuracy, sales pipeline tracking, and reporting.
* MICE Industry Background: Solid understanding of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, including key trends, client needs, and industry-specific sales cycles.
* People Management Experience: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop sales teams, including performance management, team coordination, and coaching.
* English Fluency: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Additional European languages (e.g., French, Dutch, German) are a plus.
* Sales Execution & Development: Demonstrated ability to execute sales strategies, manage client accounts, and close deals in a B2B environment.
* Hiring & Onboarding: Experience participating in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of sales team members.
🚀 What we offer
* The chance to work in a fast-growing startup where your ideas and actions truly make an impact
* Opportunities to travel across Europe by participating in MICE forums and events
* A cosmopolitan team with a great sense of collaboration and team spirit
🗓️ Start date: as soon as possible
📍 Brussels: on-site
💼 Full-time position
👉 Ready to join the team? We would love to hear from you — apply here on LinkedIn.