French-Speaking B2B Business Development Manager (France, Benelux, Italy)

About the role

An international B2B organisation is looking for an experienced French-speaking Business Development Manager to drive new business, build strategic partnerships and develop long-term client relationships across France, Benelux and Italy, with France as the primary market. The position is home-based in France with regular travel.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of B2B business development across France, Benelux and Italy, identifying, prospecting and securing new customers and commercial opportunities.
• Develop sales strategies and generate qualified leads through prospecting, networking, referrals and market research.
• Build relationships with senior decision-makers, key clients and strategic partners, and understand customer needs to present tailored commercial solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation and qualification through negotiation and contract closure, preparing sales presentations, proposals and offers.
• Negotiate commercial terms, identify account growth, cross-selling and upselling opportunities, and develop strategic alliances.
• Represent the company at exhibitions, conferences, trade events and client meetings, and collaborate with marketing, operations, finance and product teams.
• Maintain CRM records, sales forecasts and pipeline reporting, monitor market trends and competitors, and report sales performance to senior management.

Required profile

• Fluent French and English, written and spoken; additional Italian, Dutch or Flemish is advantageous.
• Proven B2B sales or business development experience, preferably in environmental hygiene, water treatment, air quality, infection prevention or related technical solutions.
• Track record of winning new business and meeting sales or revenue targets, and experience managing the full B2B sales cycle.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation, presentation and communication skills, and ability to engage senior decision-makers.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently in a home-based role within an international team.
• Full, valid driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across Europe.
• Degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Management or a related field is advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Salary of circa EUR 85,000 per annum plus commission.