Commercial Director Benelux

open Hardenberg Published on 01-04-2025 10+ years of working experience
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Hardenberg
Published on 01-04-2025
10+ years of working experience
In brief
Academic background: Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline
10+ years in commercial leadership roles within multinational, matrix-driven environments (preferably in manufacturing, infrastructure, or B2B)
This is a high-visibility role in a purpose-driven organization, offering outstanding opportunities for growth, both regionally and globally.

Commercial Director Benelux

Position

Wavin (Orbia B&I) is looking for a visionary and commercially driven leader to take on the role of Commercial Director Benelux. – a global front-runner in sustainable water and building infrastructure solutions.

In this high-impact position, you will lead a team of approximately 80 professionals and drive commercial excellence across both the Netherlands and Belgium. With full P&L responsibility, you will shape and execute the long-term strategy, optimize sales performance, and spearhead a cultural transformation towards a unified, high-performing commercial organization.

As part of the local and international leadership teams, you will play a pivotal role in positioning the Benelux region as a benchmark for the rest of the business.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Defining and executing the commercial strategy
  • Leading and developing commercial teams (sales, inside sales, key account management)
  • Driving cross-functional collaboration and operational integration
  • Identifying new market opportunities and partnerships
  • Leading change and embedding a performance- and customer-driven culture
Personal profile
  • Academic background: Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline
  • Experience: 10+ years in commercial leadership roles within multinational, matrix-driven environments (preferably in manufacturing, infrastructure, or B2B)
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and drive transformation in complex settings
  • Change Management: Demonstrated success in leading organizational and cultural change
  • Fluent in English and Dutch

This is a high-visibility role in a purpose-driven organization, offering outstanding opportunities for growth, both regionally and globally.

Wavin (Orbia B&I)

Orbia Building & Infrastructure (also known as Wavin) is a leading global solutions provider focused on addressing critical challenges related to water, energy, climate, and building infrastructure. As part of Orbia, a purpose-driven global company, Wavin operates with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, creating solutions that improve the quality of life in urban and residential environments. 

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