Are you a dynamic and results-driven sales professional with a passion for CAD/CAM solutions and the metalworking industry? Do you thrive in a role where you can combine strategic thinking with hands-on sales execution? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Your Role

As a Sales Specialist, you will play a key role in driving business growth by identifying opportunities, building strong relationships, and closing deals. Working alongside a colleague, you will be responsible for generating a steady flow of orders for software products, services, and training, targeting both new and existing customers.

You will develop and implement clear sales strategies while staying ahead of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities. Your ability to ask the right questions, listen actively, and understand customer needs will allow you to offer tailored solutions that add real value.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, allowing you to work from home, visit clients, and collaborate with colleagues at the office.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing and executing a strategic sales plan to expand business opportunities

• Identifying and engaging with potential customers, leveraging your network and market insights

• Leading discovery meetings and product demonstrations, showcasing the value of our solutions

• Managing the full sales cycle-from initial lead generation to successful deal closure

• Negotiating contracts, preparing quotations, and drafting cooperation agreements

• Representing the company at trade fairs and conferences to expand industry presence

• Working closely with pre-sales consultants, engineers, and the delivery team to align solutions with customer needs

What You Bring

• A completed HBO education or equivalent experience

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in product-oriented sales processes

• A strong background in the metalworking industry, experience with turning and milling machines is essential

• Affinity with CAD/CAM software and related technologies is a plus

• A results-driven mindset with a pragmatic approach to closing deals

• Experience developing compelling product propositions and investment proposals

• Familiarity with one or more structured sales methodologies

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in Dutch and English

• Willingness to travel within the Benelux region

What Makes You Successful

• Customer-focused with a consultative sales approach

• Goal-oriented, resilient, and proactive in overcoming obstacles

• A true team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to drive successful outcomes

If you’re ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bradley Wilkins