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The ATKORE Vergokan Group, headquartered in Oudenaarde, is a market leader in the production and sale of standard and custom‑made solutions in the field of cable support systems for applications in industry and building technology. We are a rapidly growing company currently operating mainly in Europe.
Since October 2018, we are part of ATKORE, a US‑based listed group specialized in Electrical, Safety and Infrastructure.
ATKORE operates with a successful business system, allowing the group to grow emphasizing our values: Responsibility, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently looking for a Project Sales Manager to strengthen our commercial operations in Europe. This role is key to expanding our customer base and project portfolio within chosen focus markets, in close collaboration with our Customer Service team and across the various brands of the Atkore Group.
The ideal candidate has a strong commercial background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset. You are passionate about building customer relationships and driving growth through strategic project development.
What you’ll do:
* Develop and expand the customer and distributor base in chosen focus markets across Europe.
* Collaborate closely with Customer Service to ensure high customer satisfaction and loyalty.
* Support the development of complex or large‑scale projects.
* Conduct customer visits and organize client meetings.
* Follow up on quotations and actively prospect for new projects.
* Participate in trade fairs in collaboration with Marketing.
* Share market intelligence and competitor insights with the sales team.
* Prepare sales budgets in coordination with the Sales & Marketing Director.
* Coordinate market activities with UK colleagues.
What you’ll bring:
* Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar commercial role.
* Fluent in Dutch & English, any other European language is a plus
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
* Core values: Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence.
* Behavioral competencies: Initiative, Entrepreneurship, Problem Analysis, Written and Oral Communication, Listening, Presentation, Negotiation, Flexibility
Within 3 months, you’ll:
* Understand market strategy and customer landscape.
* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key clients.
* Contribute to ongoing project development and sales activities.
Within 6 months, you’ll:
* Take ownership of customer portfolios and strategic projects.
* Actively contribute to trade fairs and marketing initiatives.
* Provide insights and feedback to improve customer experience.
Within 12 months, you’ll:
* Lead complex sales projects independently.
* Drive growth in chosen focus markets through strategic planning and execution.
* Be a key contributor to Atkore’s commercial success in Europe.
What does Atkore have to offer you?
* Make an impact in a company that combines the agility of a small‑scale organization with the solid backing of a U.S.-based holding.
* You will become the reference within the industry and will have the opportunity to put Atkore even more on the map, this within a team where collaboration is key. Working together not only towards support, your input counts!Your input regarding new products and developments is crucial and extremely valuable.
* We offer a varied, full‑time job with responsibility in an international environment.
* You will work hybrid, with a thorough induction period in our offices in Oudenaarde.
* Opportunities for technical and personal development training.
* A competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, supplemented with holiday pay, year‑end bonus, incentive bonus, company car, and communication tools.
We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Do you see yourself in this position? Don't hesitate and apply today!
Send an email tonvandaele@atkore.com(+32 (0) 497 44 23 63) oridewilde@atkore.com(+32 (0) 472 38 24 33).
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