International Sales Manager - France or Belgium

Drive Global Sales in the Energy & Industrial Sectors!

Are you an experienced sales professional with a strong technical background? Do you thrive in an international environment and enjoy building long-term partnerships? John Cockerill Hamon is looking for an International Area Sales Manager to expand our presence across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As an International Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for developing and managing a profitable and sustainable sales network for our Field-Erected Cooling Towers and Air-Cooled Condensers. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Business Development & Sales Strategy

  • Identify and pursue business opportunities in industrial projects (Energy, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, etc.).

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, EPC contractors, and engineering firms.

  • Manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing.

  • Propose and execute marketing strategies to strengthen our market positioning.

• Technical & Commercial Expertise

  • Work closely with internal teams (engineering, proposals, legal, finance) to develop tailored solutions for clients.

  • Analyze project requirements and prepare competitive proposals.

  • Participate in technical and commercial bid clarification meetings until contract signature.

• Market Intelligence & Customer Engagement

  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adapt our commercial approach.

  • Ensure regular client follow-ups and maintain a strong presence in the field.

  • Travel internationally (approx. 1 week per month) to meet clients and drive business opportunities.

Your Profile

We are looking for a motivated and results-driven professional with:

• A degree in engineering and 5 to 10 years of experience in international sales or business development, preferably in the industrial, energy, or oil & gas sectors.

• Strong knowledge of the European, African, or Asian markets and a solid network in the industry.

• A strategic mindset with the ability to identify and seize business opportunities.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Fluency in English is essential; French or Arabic is a plus.

• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.

What We Offer

• A key role in an innovative and globally recognized company.

• A dynamic, multicultural environment with opportunities for career growth.

• The chance to work on high-impact industrial projects with a technical and commercial dimension.

• A supportive team and strong internal expertise to help you succeed.