Country Manager NL

ph3 We Are /h3 pAt OPENLANE, we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. We’re a technology company building the world’s most advanced and uncomplicated digital marketplace for used vehicles. We’re a data company helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights. And we’re an innovative company accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. /p pWe offer our customers the best digital marketplace for used cars in Europe, delivering operational excellence for our B2B clients. /p h3Our Values /h3 ul liDriven Way Builders - We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate /li liRelentless Curiosity - We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience /li liSmart Risk‑Taking - We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition /li liFearless Ownership - We deliver what we promise and learn along the way /li /ul h3What We Are Looking For /h3 pAs Country Manager for the Netherlands, you’ll be fully responsible for the commercial performance of the Dutch market, managing people, owning customer relationships, and executing our commercial strategy. You’ll play a key role in driving results and shaping the culture and direction of your local commercial team (3FTE’s). This is a high‑impact, hands‑on leadership role for someone who combines deep industry knowledge with a modern commercial mindset. You’ll be working directly with the Commercial Director and be a key voice in both local execution and global feedback loops. /p h3Your Role Responsibilities /h3 ul liBe fully accountable for revenue, margin, customer and employee KPIs in The Netherlands. /li liManage forecasting and report weekly to the Commercial Director on volumes, progress by segment, and strategic outlook. /li liLead the Team /li liBuild, manage, and coach the local team /li liEnsure a balanced team structure, aligned with our strategy and targets. /li liMake your team successful and happy by aligning vision, strategy, and consistent results. /li liDrive Customer Excellence /li liRepresent and cultivate relationships with the top 3‑5% of the Dutch buyer market. /li liEnsure the customer journey reflects our standards, smooth, responsive, and high‑quality. /li liBe seen as a go‑to authority on the Dutch used car market, both internally and externally. /li liRepresent the Netherlands Internally /li liBe the voice of Dutch customers and employees within SLT and HQ discussions. /li liOwn RfPs and similar strategic processes that involve or impact your market. /li liActively contribute to improving our commercial model across Europe by sharing insights and lessons. /li /ul h3Your Profile /h3 ul li6 years of Proven experience in a Country Manager, General Manager, or senior commercial leadership role /li liExperience in automotive, used car remarketing, or B2B marketplaces is mandatory /li liStrong network and understanding of the Dutch car trading landscape. /li liFluent in Dutch and English. /li liStrong data orientation: can forecast, analyze, and course‑correct using real numbers, not opinions. /li liGrowth mindset: sees change as opportunity, takes initiative, and leads by example. /li liComfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability culture. /li liFully aligned with our principles of ownership, meritocracy, customer centricity, pragmatism, and constructive communication. /li liSolid people management experience, including coaching managers and leading teams /li liHands‑on, entrepreneurial, and comfortable in a changing environment /li liExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liCompetitive salary and performance‑based incentives /li liCompany car, fuel card, yearly bonus plan /li li26 holidays with flexible planning /li liHybrid working and flexible hours /li liLearning development opportunities /li /ul h3Are We the Perfect Match? /h3 pAre you ready to take ownership of OPENLANE’s success in your country? /p pDo you combine commercial drive with people leadership and accountability? /p pThen go for it. /p pSend us your CV and motivation letter and become part of the OPENLANE family. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr