Key Account EU Sales Manager

Key Account EU Sales Manager

Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and pwering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Key Account EU Sales Manager to be based out of Oudenaarde, reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director.
The Key Account EU Sales Manager will be responsible for the direct operational commercial development of Key Accounts across Europe, working closely with Customer Service and representing the various brands within the Atkore Group. A strong focus on active market prospecting and customer engagement is key.

What you’ll do:

• Expand and follow up on the customer and distributor base for Key Accounts.
• Collaborate closely with Customer Service to ensure excellent customer satisfaction and retention.
• Support Customer Service on large or complex projects.
• Organize and conduct customer visits across Europe.
• Actively follow up on quotations and prospect for large projects.
• Work proactively with the Credit Controller.
• Organize and participate in trade fairs in collaboration with Marketing.
• Monitor and share market developments and competitor information with the team.
• Prepare sales budgets in collaboration with the Sales & Marketing Director.
• Document customer visits with detailed reports and action points.
• Manage net price lists and calculate RFK net prices for Customer Service.
• Provide project discounts within agreed levels.

What you’ll bring:

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electromechanics or Electricity.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar position within the industrial sector.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• A proactive and customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in Dutch and English; French and German are a plus.
• Alignment with Atkore’s core values: Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence, and Integrity.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your role contributes to Atkore’s strategic goals.
• Gain product knowledge through training and customer interactions.
• Explore geographical client opportunities.

Within 6 months, you’ll:

• Update the client portfolio across all brands.
• Collaborate with your team and the Segment Sales Manager to strengthen cross-functional sales.
• Identify opportunities to enhance customer relationships aligned with Atkore’s core values.

Within 12 months, you’ll:

• Be recognized as a key face in the market, helping to elevate Atkore’s presence.
• Lead an efficient and engaged team aligned with strategic goals.
• Conduct solution-oriented conversations with clients across all brands.
• Resolve client issues and drive geographical growth.

Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!