Meyvaert is a pioneer and global leader in the design, engineering, and installation of high-quality museum showcases. With over a century of expertise, we work closely with museums, architects, designers, and contractors to create exceptional cultural experiences worldwide, ranging from modular and custom-made display cases to the interior design of exhibition spaces..
Meyvaert is part of the Haerens Group, an internationally fast-growing family-owned company active in innovative solutions involving technical glass, including high-tech fire- and security doors, international museum installations, and high-tech ceramic/lead glass under the brands Eribel/OWS, Meyvaert, Vitrotec, and Haerens
Meyvaert employs more than 100 passionate colleagues, and has its headquarters in Ghent, with several international business hubs.
As we have ambitious growth plans, we are looking for a Museum Business Developer.
Who combines commercial acumen with a design or technical mindset, and will actively drive our global expansion, starting with our European home market
(other regions are not excluded in the future)
Key responsibilities:
Proactive lead generation & relationship building
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities with museums, architects, designers, cultural institutions, and contractors.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships in Europe (and potentially other regions) in order to develop a robust project pipeline.
* Represent Meyvaert at industry events, trade shows, and conferences, expanding our network and brand visibility.
Project collaboration & preparation
* Work closely with technical advisors, tender -, and calculation teams to translate client needs into compelling proposals.
* Coordinate go/no-go procedures and project breakdown to ensure high-quality, profitable engagements.
Market & competitor analysis
* Monitor industry trends, emerging markets, and competitor activities in the museum and cultural sectors.
* Provide insights on new service and product offerings and strategic approaches based on market and client needs.
Client engagement & account management
* Serve as the primary contact for key clients and partners, ensuring excellent communication and satisfaction throughout the lead or tender phase.
* Initiate and follow-up contract negotiations with legal and finance teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
* Follow up on ongoing projects to maintain relationships, gather feedback, and identify repeat business.
Collaboration with cross-Functional Teams
* Work closely with Sales colleagues, Technical advisors, Engineering and Project Management teams to convert leads into successful bids through tenders and negotiations.
* Actively contribute to the overall growth strategy and innovation at Meyvaert.
Profile:
Qualifications and background
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in an Architecture or Design-related field.
* Commercial by nature: a naturally born commercial attitude. A proven track record in business development or sales, ideally in a "hunter" role within a project-based, technical environment, is certainly a plus.
* Native-level Dutch with excellent spoken and written English skills. French or other languages are an added value
* Familiarity with the international design scene, is a strong advantage. Work experience with museums, cultural institutions, heritage, or exhibition sectors is desirable.
* The ability to communicate effectively with architects, designers, and technical teams.
Skills and attitude
* Commercial Spirit: you thrive on generating new leads, forging client relationships, and driving revenue and network growth.
* Adaptability: you are comfortable working across different regions and cultures, tailoring strategies to local markets.
* Collaboration: you’re a strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of working smoothly with sales, technical, and project management colleagues.
* Organized & Proactive: you are able to manage multiple leads, track details meticulously, and meet deadlines.
* Core Values: you identify with our values; being passionately committed, solution-driven, team-focused, and caring.
Our offer:
* Impactful work: contribute to shaping museum and cultural experiences worldwide.
* Growth opportunities: if you grow, we grow!
* A positive team atmosphere: join a dynamic, international company that values collaboration, innovation, and initiative.
* Competitive compensation: attractive salary with fringe benefits, based on your experience and background.
* Work-life balance: flexible working hours, potential for remote work, and additional paid leave (ADV days).
* Personal Development: internal training and opportunities to gain product knowledge and technical expertise.
Interested?
If you are passionate about design and aesthetic products, have a strong commercial mindset, and want to play a key role in delivering world-class museum and cultural projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note: we prefer this position to be based near our HQ in Ghent, Belgium (when not traveling).
Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 25% of your time) to meet clients, attend exhibitions, and develop new markets is required.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to jobs@meyvaert.com with the subject line:
“Museum Business Developer – Meyvaert.”