Job Description
Are you ready to take the next step in your sales leadership career? Our client is looking for an ambitious Sales Team Manager to lead and develop a high-performing Dutch sales team within a successful international organization.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of an established sales team while remaining actively involved in customer relationships and closing deals. With experienced leadership, proven sales processes, and strong international support, this position offers the ideal environment to develop as a sales leader and drive commercial success.
About the company
Our client is a fast-growing international organization with an established presence across Europe and Asia. Known for its strong commercial performance, collaborative culture, and commitment to employee development, the company offers an international working environment where sales professionals can grow into leadership positions. With experienced teams, structured development programs, and a focus on innovation, the organization continues to expand its operations across multiple markets.
What will you do?
Lead and manage a sales team from day one , conducting regular one-on-one meetings, coaching team members, onboarding new employees, and building a high-performance culture.
Drive revenue through hands-on sales activities , participating in customer conversations, supporting key negotiations, and contributing directly to closing deals.
Develop and mentor SDRs and sales representatives , helping them strengthen their commercial skills, achieve KPIs, and progress in their careers.
Take ownership of team performance , managing sales pipelines, monitoring KPIs, preparing forecasts, and making data-driven decisions.
Optimize sales processes and strategies by improving prospecting activities, sales execution, and overall team efficiency in collaboration with Dutch sales leadership.
Collaborate with international teams , sharing market insights with Product and Customer Success departments and working closely with sales leaders across European offices.
Requirements
1–2 years of experience leading an SDR, BDR, or similar sales team, with demonstrated success in coaching and improving team performance.
Proven experience managing the full B2B sales cycle, including prospecting, discovery, negotiation, and closing.
Bilingual-level proficiency in Dutch and fluency in English.
Strong understanding of the Dutch business market, particularly within IT and Consultancy, with the ability to build trusted relationships with decision-makers.
An AI-first mindset, with practical experience using AI tools to improve sales performance, leadership effectiveness, and employee development.
Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to pipeline management, forecasting, and KPIs.
A hands-on leadership style, combining a passion for coaching and developing others with a willingness to contribute directly to sales activities.
Ambition to develop further as a sales leader within a growing international organization.
What you're offered
An established and successful sales team: The opportunity to lead within one of the organization's strongest commercial teams, supported by experienced leadership and proven sales strategies.
Excellent leadership development opportunities: Structured training, mentoring, and professional development through an international internal academy.
Performance-based rewards: An attractive commission structure and a starter bonus to support the initial onboarding period.
Additional vacation opportunities: The possibility to earn up to 12 extra vacation days annually.
Employee benefits: Access to local benefits, including gym and wellness perks.
International career opportunities: Potential professional growth across offices in Amsterdam, Helsinki, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Berlin, Stockholm, Barcelona, and Kuala Lumpur.
An engaging company culture: Office celebrations, international events, and an annual summer trip to Finland with colleagues from different locations.
A truly international environment: The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues representing more than 50 nationalities in the Amsterdam office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional who wants to combine people management with hands-on commercial responsibility in a successful international environment. Candidates who are passionate about developing high-performing teams, driving results, and growing as leaders are encouraged to apply.
Worldwiders Global Recruitment
Worldwiders is a global B2B recruitment company specializing in executive search and specialist recruitment, connecting top talent with prestigious opportunities worldwide. With over 5,000 successful placements and 400+ partners across 40+ countries, Worldwiders provides tailor-made recruitment solutions that drive both career growth and organizational success.
Sales Team Lead - Amsterdam werkgever: Nordic Jobs Worldwide
Nordic Jobs Worldwide is een uitstekende werkgever die een dynamische en internationale werkomgeving biedt in het hart van Berlijn. Met een aantrekkelijke commissiestructuur, kwartaalbonussen en uitgebreide onboarding, stimuleert het bedrijf de groei en ontwikkeling van zijn medewerkers. Hier krijg je de kans om samen te werken met diverse teams en je vaardigheden verder te ontwikkelen, terwijl je bijdraagt aan het succes van onze klanten.
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