Business Development Officer

Hydrogen Europe

Hydrogen Europe is the leading organization representing European based companies and stakeholders that are committed to moving towards a (circular) carbon neutral economy. With more than 520 companies and national associations as members, we encompass the entire value chain of the European hydrogen and fuel cell ecosystem. Our vision is to propel global carbon neutrality by accelerating European hydrogen industry and we are the industrial key partner of the Clean Hydrogen partnership.

Main responsibilities

Membership and sponsorship acquisition: 

• Generate leads and cold call prospective members;
• Research and identify new business opportunities – including new markets, growth areas, trends, partnerships- or new ways of reaching existing markets;
• Sell our Flagship event services (H2 week) to members and non-members.

Other Activities

• Carry out sales forecasts and analysis;
• Attend seminars, conferences and events where appropriate;

Requirements:

• At least 5-8years sales experience, preferably with B2B;
• Excellent knowledge of sales, marketing and customer service;
• Able to read and understand financial reports;
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of other European languages an asset;
• Self-starter, team player, can-do attitude, responsible and accountable.

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of marketing and customer service;
• Articulate and comfortable picking up the phone and calling people to track down information, following up on memberships, and responding to inquiries;
• Knowledge and capability with Microsoft Office;
• Previous experience with any CRM is preferred;
• Ability to respond to high volumes of work from various sources, to prioritize and meet deadlines;
• Extremely well-organized, goal-oriented and very high attention to detail;
• Comfortable working independently and remotely.

How to apply?

Please send your CV and motivation letter in English to Jennifer Van Eynde’s email (jennifer.vaneynde@headsandhunters.be) from Heads & Hunters recruitment agency.