Business Development Specialist: Benelux Market

pAt B Futurist we believe that the right mindset is the key to success. We are looking for people with ambition, drive, and an insatiable hunger that will push you past any limits. As a Business Development Associate, you will be an important part of our mission to expand our global network and grow to the top, TOGETHER. /pbrDe onderstaande informatie behandelt de functie-eisen, de verwachte ervaring van de kandidaat en de bijbehorende kwalificaties.brWhat does it look like in the Wholesale department?brpIn our diverse team encompassing 15+ nationalities, each member takes charge of specific markets or regions. Together we exchange market insights and capitalize opportunities through analysis and matching surplus with shortage across diverse markets. This collaborative approach ensures that we leverage each others' markets' differences to secure the most advantageous deals for our clients and suppliers globally. /pbrpAs our product portfolio expands and we venture into new territories, each day presents a fresh journey filled with opportunities, challenges, solutions, knowledge acquisition, and network growth. Our work environment resembles gameplay, where the level of challenge and enjoyment escalates in sync with our experience, expertise, and enthusiasm for success. /pbrYour Future Mission:brpIn this role, you'll oversee the entire cycle within your given market from lead sourcing and initiating contact with business partners to negotiating contract terms and finalising deals. Your journey begins with an immersive training program during your first month, equipping you with comprehensive insights into the nuances of business. /pbrpWe offer hands‑on guidance and success from day one. Upon stepping into the role, you'll hit the ground running by identifying leads and cultivating a robust pipeline of potential prospects within the bBelgium, Dutch, and Luxembourg Markets /b. Your primary objective is to bring substantial and sustainable values to our business acumen, driven by a deep understanding of client and suppliers pain points and needs. To facilitate your deals and ensure operational efficiency, effective coordination with our Logistics and Finance Teams is crucial. Providing timely administrative support to these teams will streamline processes and enhance deal execution. /pbrpAbove all, success in this role hinges on self‑motivation and a steadfast commitment to meeting and exceeding targets. With a resolute, no‑excuse mindset, you'll diligently follow up on leads and drive towards achieving your targets. /pbrOur Ideal Candidate:brullibr/liliLanguage Requirements: Fluency/business proficiency in English + Dutch.br/liliLearning Ability: Although experience can help, it is not a must for this position, we are looking for candidates with the right attitude and ability to adapt to changes and absorb knowledge based on continuous and critical feedback;br/liliAnalytical skills and Logical Mindset: You are able to uncover hidden gems, identifying opportunities and mitigating risks through analysis; making right decisions along the way to secure deals and facilitate transactions with strong logical thinking;br/liliCommunication Skills: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch to effectively convey ideas, negotiate terms, mediate conflicts and use your persuasiveness to your advantage. Any additional language is a plus. You also have a genuine interest in building strong relationships with business partners and team members;br/liliAmbition and self driven: You are driven by an internal hunger for success, this will be the key to reaching your high targets and your future goals;br/liliMentally young and energetic: You possess a youthful mindset with a proactive approach to tasks and a willingness to take initiative as a doer;br/liliProactive and pushy: You are eager to push beyond limits and see "no" as a stepping stone toward achieving "yes";br/liliOpen-Minded and Resilient: You are open to new challenges, perspectives, and recognise critical feedback as essential fuel for personal and professional development. Additionally, you exhibit resilience and maintain a positive attitude, even in high-pressure situations.br/li /ulbrWhy Us?brullibr/liliCompetitive Salary starting from 3150 EUR, depending on your experiencebr/liliTravel reimbursement to and from the officebr/lili25 days paid leave per year and 1 extra day off in the month of your birthdaybr/liliFree warm lunch everyday prepared by our in house chefbr/liliSubsidised gym membershipbr/liliAccess to our mental health support system: OpenUpbr/liliWeekly Friday drinks, Monthly events, Quarterly excursions, and our amazing Christmas party to end the year! xgiwjmb br/liliCareer Development Scheme to support your professional growth and provide a clear career pathway internallybr/liliRecognised KM Sponsorbr/liliAn international team with employees from 25+ nationalitiesbr/liliA flat, casual work environment where you can be completely yourselfbr/liliOur Company Dog: Punk!br/li /ulbrDistinguished benefits of the Wholesale department:brullibr/liliRewarding yearly bonus structure starting from 7500 EUR with no upper limit (2.5x higher than others in the industry)br/liliCollaborating with top sales professionalsbr/liliNumerous Travel opportunities for businessbr/liliWorking closely with the CEO on a daily basisbr/liliExtensive hands‑on training allowing you to gain valuable, transferable knowledgebr/li /ulbr