INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER - YER

ABOUT THIS VACANCY

For our client we are recruiting an International Account Manager. For a international and commercial role within a unique organization in the world of medical equipment and medicines. You are responsible for customers and prospects in Europe and Africa. When you are based in the United Kingdom or Africa relocation to the Netherlands is not necessary. You will report directly to the board in the Netherlands.

JOB DESCRIPTION

You will be responsible for strengthening existing customer accounts and new sales in Europe and Africa. Your contacts range from purchasers at international aid organizations to ministries of several countries, particularly in Africa. Hence, travelling is an essential part of your work. Besides customer relation management and visiting customers and prospects you will be preparing bids, RFP’s and working on international tenders. You collaborate closely with your colleagues from the Sales Support department and will report directly to the board.

COMPANY

The Medical Export Group (MEG) supports health projects in developing countries. One of the reasons is to make healthcare accessible. In support of this goal they supply a wide variety of pharmaceuticals, medical and laboratory equipment and consumables as well as other high-quality medical products to organizations such as the UN and WHO. They continuously optimize their product range and services in the dynamic environment of healthcare projects. Alongside quality assurance, transparency is a key issue for us. With more than 30 years of experience and over 60 employees, The Medical Export Group stands out by its professionalism, can-do mentality and customer focus.

The field in which MEG operates, imposes special requirements on their people. And it goes further than just knowledge and experience. Working for MEG requires passion. The passion to build up a personal relationship with clients and always find the best solution. Certainly in emergency situations it demands drive and teamwork. So they pull out all the stops to help their clients as best as they possibly can. Naturally without making any concessions to the quality of their medical products and services.

AGREEMENTS

MEG offers a wide range of benefits including 27 days holiday leave, pension contribution, a transparent bonus structure and excellent travel expenses. Besides wide opportunities for training and education, they have a financially sound and socially involved organization with a pleasant working atmosphere. Their office is located within a 30-minutes’ drive from Utrecht and Rotterdam.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

You are ready to make a 2nd or 3rd step in your career. You have a Master or a Bachelor degree, preferably in commerce or economics, and a minimum of three years relevant work experience in an international business environment. Experience in international tenders is preferred, as are excellent Dutch and English language skills. French is an advantage. Empathic, strong communicative and social skills. You have broad interest in people and cultures, a possess a healthy dose of courage, humour and ambition and a great sense of responsibility. In addition, you are perseverant and focus on results.