Director for Europe Our client is committed to putting its high-level expertise at the service of its customers through innovative gas transport solutions. Thanks to its expertise in cryogenics and thermodynamics, its leadership is recognised worldwide. Its goal is ambitious: to become the leading specialist in gas logistics and enable industry professionals to meet their customers’ demands, wherever they may be. The challenge for our client: The development of our client’s business – centred on compressed and cryogenic gas containers – takes place in a particularly demanding industrial environment, which is technical, regulatory and competitive. At European level, the market is structured around major logistics and industrial hubs, with Antwerp serving as a key hub. This positioning directly determines access to supply flows, customers and strategic partnerships. Our client is now entering a phase of accelerated European expansion, with three priorities: structuring a growing business, establishing a long-term presence in Antwerp, aligning the group’s vision with rigorous operational execution. The recruitment of the Director for Europe is therefore a key strategic lever, with a direct impact on: the development trajectory, local credibility, the structuring of the organisation. The challenges of the role and expected positioning: The role of Director for Europe is part of a process of building and scaling up the business. A management role currently being established Taking charge of the European subsidiary, Initially reporting to the founding director, with a move towards group governance, A central role in shaping the European structure. Management Site manager in Antwerp (15–20 staff), Operations Manager in Aix-en-Provence (15–20 staff), Liaison with global sales management and European teams. Intertwined operational and business challenges Structuring of European operations, Management of logistics and industrial operations, Business development in technical markets, Establishing a strong presence within the Antwerp ecosystem. The role requires a leader capable of constantly switching between hands-on management and strategic planning, and of championing the project locally. Location: Antwerp (essential) with frequent travel to Aix-en-Provence, The ideal candidate: Local roots and immediate credibility In-depth knowledge of the Antwerp/Benelux market, Ability to operate within local industrial and logistics networks, Native Flemish, with working knowledge of English and French. Entrepreneurial spirit A passion for business development and creation, Comfortable in dynamic environments, Results- and opportunity-oriented. Technical and operational credibility Experience in industrial/logistics environments, Understanding of technical and regulatory constraints. Leadership Ability to manage operational teams and managers, Humble, adaptable and unifying approach, Interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment. Joining our client to take on this role as Director for Europe means taking responsibility for an industrial project currently being structured, at the heart of strategic European operations, with the ability to have a direct impact on the group’s trajectory. The role combines: an entrepreneurial dimension, a structuring responsibility, direct exposure to governance, and financial attractiveness. Interested? Contact Philippe@exseco.be or WhatsApp on 32 470 180 452