International Account Manager

Are you commercially strong, technically curious, and energized by traveling and relationship management? We are looking for a driven International Account Manager who opens new markets and helps existing customers grow further. At Christiaens Group, we create turn-key installations for the mushroom cultivation and composting market. From the foundation and steel construction to the climate systems and harvesting machines, we make it all.

Responsibilities As an International Account Manager, you are the face of our organization abroad. You maintain relationships with existing customers, visit international trade fairs, and identify new opportunities in emerging markets such as circular production, sustainable food chains, and bio-materials based on mycelium. You switch effortlessly between commercial discussions and technical content; thanks to your insight, you translate customer needs into suitable solutions.

Your responsibilities: Expanding and managing international customer relationships

Identifying commercial opportunities in the mushroom cultivation, composting, and mycelium sectors

Advising customers on customized solutions

Preparing quotes, sales plans, and market analyses

Participation in international trade fairs and customer visits (approximately 30–40% travel)

Intensive collaboration with engineering, service, and project management

Reporting sales results and market developments

”Our work is very diverse and unique. I am even still learning new things regularly. What appeals to me so much is that our products are very sustainable. They are used as meat substitutes, they grow on waste streams, and you can even make a non-animal related leather product from them. My work requires patience and investment; our sales trajectories are long. So, being able to build a good relationship is essential. I have been working at Christiaens for 22 years now; I started as an Account Manager and now I lead the sales team.” Roland van Doremaele, Head of Sales at Christiaens Group

We are primarily looking for the right person who fits the company; that is the most important thing. Of course, there are a number of basic skills you must possess. But whether you are highly experienced or have little experience, we would love to invite you! You have a commercial or technical education at HBO level

You have experience in selling capital goods or are familiar with the mushroom industry

You speak fluent English; other languages are a plus

You feel at home in an international environment and enjoy traveling

You are proactive, result-oriented, and strong in relationship management

Technical insight and commercial flair are your strengths

We offer Salary up to € 6.500,00, depending on your experience

Working at a company that makes everything itself; you see the project grow both in the workshop in Horst and on location

During your on-boarding, you will be guided by a buddy who will show you the ropes within our organization

Working at a financially healthy organization

People generally work here for a long time and get the opportunity to grow within the company

Informal work culture with short lines and a fast decision-making process

CAO Metaal & Techniek, with the corresponding 38 days off and PMT pension

Well-located workplace, directly on the highway in Horst, precisely between Venray and Venlo in

We are looking for someone for the long term. If it goes well? Permanent contract

Do you have questions? For more information about the vacancy, you can contact our Corporate Recruiter, Mark Renders. You can reach him at telephone number 077 - 399 95 00.

Applying? Show us who you are! Easily send your CV and motivation via our application link by clicking on 'Apply' or via recruitment@christiaens.com . Come and meet us over a cup of coffee or tea. Who knows, you might soon start as our new International Account Manager!

Christiaens works together with a number of fixed parties regarding the fulfillment of our vacancies. Currently, we are not looking for new partners.