PpeCarsTrade is bdigital car marketplace /b, serving professional buyers in more than 40 countries. Through our online auction platform, we offer over 15.000 vehicles per week, sourced from leading fleet owners, leasing and rental companies, as well as banks and dealerships. /p pOver the last 3 years we have achieved a b50% YoY profitable growth, /b building a leading market position in Europe. As we enter our next growth phase, we are seeking a driven business development manager, to help maximize this momentum and unlock significant new growth opportunities. /p h3The Role /h3 pAs bHead of Business Development, /b you will be responsible for expanding and optimizing our supplier network. You will play a crucial role in bacquiring new suppliers, optimizing and activating existing relationships /b, and ensuring a bhealthy conversion on the market place /b. /p pYou will work closely with the CCO and the commercial team to support eCarsTrade's strategic objectives. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liMaintain and strengthen existing relationships with suppliers (leasing companies, rental firms, dealers) /li liActivate "sleeping" suppliers through proactive outreach and value proposition /li liIdentify and recruit new suppliers in the lease, rental, and dealer markets /li liNegotiate cooperation agreements and terms /li liRepresent eCarsTrade at networking events, conferences, and partner meetings /li liMonitor the balance between purchase prices and selling prices /li liAnalyze bidding patterns and sales results to enable price optimization /li liCollaborate with the auction and pricing team to translate market insights into action /li liMonitor competitor pricing and market trends to remain competitive /li /ul h3Data Performance /h3 ul liStructure and maintain a supplier’s CRM /li liUse data to support decisions (conversion ratios, supplier performance, customer lifetime value) /li liReport regularly on pipeline, acquisition results, and supplier activation /li liImplement KPIs for supplier management and business development /li liGather market insights on lease and rental markets, fleet dynamics, and vehicle valuation /li liGetting market insights on the vehicle demand /li liContribute to go-to-market strategies for new supplier segments /li liIdentify new opportunities for collaboration and revenue streams /li /ul h3Your Profile /h3 ul li5+ years in business development, sales, or supplier management; preferably in automotive, remarketing, or B2B marketplace environments /li liKnowledge of the automotive industry, focusing on vehicle leasing, car rental, dealerships, and fleet management /li liStrong data-driven mindset with experience in price analysis and performance tracking /li liProven ability to close business deals and build long-term relationships /li liExcellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English; business-level French considered a plus /li liSelf-starter who takes initiative and pursues results in a fast-growing environment /li liEmpathic, people-oriented approach with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders /li /ul h3Nice to Have /h3 ul liExisting network within the automotive, lease, or rental sector /li liKnowledge of vehicle valuation and used car market dynamics /li liKnowledge of additional European languages /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 ul liExecutive-level impact in a fast-scaling, profitable company /li liCompetitive compensation package with company car and bonus /li liFlexibility, autonomy, and room to build at scale /li liBrand-new office (Puurs) with gym, modern facilities, drinks and healthy snacks /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr