Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Belgium, Kortrijk We are looking for an Business Development Manager who is an entrepreneur at heart and a creative thinker that thrives in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment to execute our expansion strategy with focus on EME. The role will require 50% travel and 50% office based in our Belgium HQ in Kortrijk. Why This Isn't Just Another Sales RoleWe're building something new. This is about pioneering markets, not just hitting targets. You'll need equal parts strategist and street-smart problem solver, with the stamina to turn unknowns into opportunities. What type of breed are we looking for? Are you looking for your next move? Do you want to take responsibility for the expansion strategy of Edgard & Cooper, joining a rapidly growing business that is leading the way in premium pet foods? We are on the hunt for a Business Development Manager to execute all elements of the Edgard & Cooper international expansion strategy, delivering the sales objectives, whilst liaising with our logistics and finance team to find the best route to market. You will report into our Pack Lead for Developing & New Markets and work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver a plan to launch and grow our brand in all relevant markets, identifying key partnerships to enable sustainable growth. What will be in your bowl? Working with the Pack Lead for Developing & New Markets to develop & execute the strategy to expand the brand into new horizons with focus on EMEA. This will include identifying key partners, travelling to regions of interest and defining the route to market. Preparing for launch in new markets by travelling to train the relevant teams, making sure all the information & materials are available to our new partners and tracking results. Working closely with Finance & Operations to define all the details of launching into a new market including contracts & delivery requests. Growing key strategic accounts that you will open, locking & managing JBPs and focusing on the long term growth of our partnerships. Effective management and reporting on the Sales P&L, ensuring budgets are met, investment is kept in line whilst making ongoing recommendations to drive additional growth. What skills & tricks should you bring? 3+ years in sales in CPG. You have knowledge of the European retail landscape and a proven sales track record. You are entrepreneurial, driven & tenacious. You love to travel & have a resilient mentality. You have the ability to build solid relationships with customers through exceptional influencing and negotiating skills. Experience of managing full Sales P&Ls and proven ability to deliver on budget. You are hands-on, and a strategic thinker, with a strong commercial mindset. You have an ethical approach to everything you do & you love pets. Pet experience is a plus. Not sure if you tick all the boxes but our role truly excites you? Don't let our job description hold you back, get applyingOur benefits Competitive package inclusive of meal vouchers, phone & subscription, eco vouchers, DKV hospitalisation insurance Certified B Corp Employer with supportive policies and practices to ensure we are one happy pack Company retreats to meet each other in person Flexibility to work from home to enjoy a better work-life balance Pets at work, recognizing the joy and comfort of having your furry friend by your side Unlimited Pet food because a happy pet equals a happy family Volunteering day to contribute to a cause we believe in. Wellbeing program access to qualified counselling because caring for ourselves is just as important as caring for our pets 32 days paid holiday a year Team activities including pawesome teambuildings, Thursday drinks, occasional fresh soup on Fridays… Work from anywhere for one month per year to pursue personal interests 1 month unpaid leave, giving you some extra time to recharge and come back to work refreshed Learning opportunities in a truly international environment that will give you extensive responsibility but also guidance as you need it. No agencies, recruiters or outsourcing companies. Equal opportunities We believe the strength of a Pack comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application. If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know. We're looking forward to hearing from you. We kindly ask to apply in English.