Commercial Director

We are planblue

Join our team of ocean-loving techies, doers & visionaries. We're all different but united by our mission to become a game changer for environmental protection and restoration of our oceans. Ready to dive right in? https://youtu.be/0IeeIRroNyI 

Why you?

We are ready to scale and have big ambitions. We need you to define and execute planblue’s commercial strategy to broaden our mission, specifically focussing on the European and American markets.

What you'll be doing

• Acquire new customers and sustain great relationships with existing customers within the Blue Economy
• Work closely together with planblue’s CEO
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to accelerate growth (incl. business plan)
• Monitor commercial performance via key metrics
• Assist in setting up financial targets, budget development and monitoring

What you bring

• Proven experience in sales and/or marketing and managing relationships with key customers within Blue Economy
• Maritime industry experience or relevant field (+5 years) 
• BSc/BA in business administration, finance, business marketing or relevant field
• Fluent in English with excellent (proven) writing skills

Bonus points if you have

• Experience working in a startup environment
• MSc/MA in business administration, finance, business marketing or relevant field
• In-depth understanding of market research methods and analysis
• Solid knowledge of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes
• Commercial awareness partnered with a strategic mindset
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

What we offer

• A competitive salary package
• 28 days of annual leave
• A bright office next to a park with free organic coffee, drinks & fruits.
• Free diving courses! 🤿
• Access to multiple fitness, yoga and other sports studios (Hansefit)
• Play a pivotal role in building our mission-driven company from the ground up
• Be part of an international & entrepreneurial group of people who emphasize diversity & collaboration 
• Opportunity to learn & grow your skills and network through (personal) coaching and by attending workshops, conferences, international research projects.
• Good balance between work & private life with flexible working and home office hours

Are you excited?

We totally understand that, so are we! By joining us you can play an active role in changing the way the world views the ocean. Enthusiastic by the idea that your work will directly impact the way our company grows? Then we’d love to hear from you!

→ Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet ~60% of criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they check all the boxes. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. 

→ We value the diversity of our colleagues. People with disabilities are currently underrepresented in our company. We want to change that. For this reason, we are part of the Inklupreneur project and strongly encourage people living with disabilities to apply. We have the facilities and flexibility. We will support you in the working environment.