Managing Director
Job Title: Managing Director
Location: Belgium
Salary: Circa €150,000
We are seeking a commercially focused and experienced Managing Director to lead a fast-moving and growing B2B business in BeLux. Based in Brussels, you will take full responsibility for business operations, strategic development, and team leadership across all departments.
This is a high-impact role with oversight of a talented team of professionals and a strong, long-established customer base. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, industry knowledge across commercial and industry turnkey filtration solutions and a commercial mindset to accelerate growth, particularly in emerging service and technology offerings.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for excellence and proven leadership skills, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic organisation.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Lead the organisation with full P&L responsibility, ensuring the successful execution of the company’s strategic growth plan.
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Support the sales team in driving growth in core markets and expanding service offerings such as installation, site surveys, and tailored service packages.
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Develop and implement sales strategies focused on lead generation, customer retention, and proactive engagement.
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Identify and develop new business opportunities, including technology-driven service solutions.
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Lead, mentor, and manage the team, fostering high performance, motivation, and professional development.
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Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
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Maintain effective communication with regional leadership through regular meetings and performance reporting.
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Oversee operational excellence, resource planning, and organisational development to achieve sustainable results.
Essential Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
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3+ years of experience in a senior leadership role, ideally in a technical, industrial, or service-oriented sector. Previous Managing Director experience is an advantage.
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5+ years of experience leading a commercial/sales development function delivering premium products and services to sectors such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, data centers, food & beverage, or other regulated industries.
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Proven track record in driving commercial growth and managing cross-functional teams.
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Experience in managing a P&L within a multinational, matrixed organisation.
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Strong business acumen with an understanding of key management functions, including Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and HR.
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Proficiency in CRM systems, analytics tools, and Microsoft Office.
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Familiarity with service-based offerings, equipment maintenance, or aftermarket support is highly desirable.
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Knowledge of the BeLux market is preferred.
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Strong language skills in – English, French & Dutch
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Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and interpersonal abilities.
Benefits
- Circa €150,000 + Car + Bonus + Package
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A senior leadership role with full strategic and operational responsibility.
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Direct impact on the growth and performance of a key regional market.
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Competitive executive-level compensation and benefits.
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A collaborative, forward-thinking company culture focused on innovation and excellence.
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Career growth opportunities within an international organisation.