Purpose of the Role
As the Manager Sales/Marketing (SP) within our DES department, you will lead the strategic commercial direction for our specialized product lines. This is a pivotal leadership position focused on driving sustainable growth and market presence in the Netherlands. You will bridge the gap between high-level marketing strategy and tactical sales execution, ensuring that our innovative industrial solutions meet the evolving needs of our customers while upholding the quality standards Yokogawa has championed since 1915.
A Day in Your Life
Your day begins with a blend of strategic planning and team engagement. You might start by reviewing market intelligence reports to refine your department’s value proposition, followed by a collaborative session with your sales team to navigate complex negotiations. You will act as a mentor and strategist, spending time coaching your colleagues on relationship management and technical positioning. Throughout the day, you will interface with regional stakeholders to align local marketing initiatives with broader business objectives, ensuring every client interaction reflects our commitment to co-innovation.
Key Challenges
In this role, you will navigate a rapidly shifting industrial landscape where digital transformation and energy transition are top priorities for our clients. Balancing long-term strategic marketing goals with immediate sales targets requires high resilience and adaptability. You will be tasked with identifying untapped market segments and developing entry strategies that differentiate Yokogawa from competitors in a highly technical and mature market environment. Growth &
Career Opportunities
At Yokogawa, we believe in long-term succession and internal development. This role offers a clear path for professional advancement within our European organization. You will have access to leadership development programs and the opportunity to influence the commercial roadmap of the DES department. As you drive the success of your team, you will find opportunities to expand your scope into broader regional management or specialized strategic functions. Team & Culture
Based at our headquarters in Amersfoort, you will join a culture that values precision, integrity, and collective success. Our Dutch team is characterized by an open, collaborative atmosphere where expertise is shared freely. We honor our Japanese heritage through a focus on long-term value and quality, while maintaining a modern, flexible work environment that respects individual work-life balance and encourages proactive thinking.
Who You Are
You are a seasoned commercial leader with a proven track record in industrial sales and marketing management. You possess the analytical mindset needed to interpret market trends and the interpersonal skills required to lead a high-performing team. You are comfortable navigating technical discussions and can translate complex product features into compelling business benefits for diverse stakeholders. Your leadership style is inclusive, results-oriented, and focused on continuous improvement.
What You'll Do & What You Bring
- Lead and develop the Sales and Marketing strategy for the SP product group within the DES department.
- Manage and mentor a team of professionals to achieve commercial targets and personal growth milestones.
- Analyze market dynamics to identify new business opportunities and optimize our competitive positioning.
- Foster strong relationships with key accounts and strategic partners across the Netherlands.
- You bring extensive experience in a management role within an industrial automation or high-tech environment.
- You hold a relevant degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, combined with a deep understanding of the Dutch industrial market.
Why Join Now
This is a unique moment to join Yokogawa Netherlands B.V. as we transition into new phases of industrial autonomy and sustainability. You will be stepping into a role with a strong foundation, taking over from a successful predecessor with the mandate to innovate and grow. If you are looking to make a tangible impact on the future of industry while working for a company with over a century of stability, this is your opportunity.
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive benefits package tailored to the Dutch market. Full compensation details and the specific salary range for this position will be confirmed during your initial recruiter screening. Our offer includes:
- A 40-hour work week with flexible start times between 07:00 and 09:30.
- 25 days of annual leave plus 6 ATV days, with the option to purchase up to 13 additional days via your annual bonus.
- Financial security through an 8% holiday allowance (May) and a 5% end-of-year allowance (December).
- A robust defined contribution pension scheme with ASR (22% employer premium) and collective accident insurance.
- Support for your well-being and mobility, including a daily home-working allowance and a commuting allowance of €0.23/km (up to €364/month).
Yokogawa Europe B.V. is een werkgever die gelijke kansen biedt conform de Algemene wet gelijke behandeling (AWGB). Wij verwerken uw persoonsgegevens als verwerkingsverantwoordelijke in overeenstemming met de Algemene Verordening Gegevensbescherming (AVG). We're committed to openness about pay. We'll share the salary range for this role during your recruiter screening, and in any case before you meet the hiring manager.
Not just a job, but a career
Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.
Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.
About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.
Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive culture
Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.
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