De divisie Flooring Systems biedt een breed en aantrekkelijk assortiment milieuvriendelijk linoleum, hoogwaardige vinylvloeren, schoonloopsystemen, tapijttegels, naaldvilt, en Flotex, de wasbare textielen vloerbedekking. Dankzij hun voortreffelijke technische eigenschappen en aantrekkelijke design zijn deze vloerbedekkingen de eerste keus voor openbare gebouwen, warenhuizen, ziekenhuizen en andere zorginstellingen, scholen, bibliotheken, kantoren, vrijetijdscentra, hotels, restaurants en cafés alsmede voor toepassingen in de woonmarkt.
Met een marktaandeel van ruim 65% is Forbo wereldwijd marktleider in linoleum. Onder de merknaam Eurocol levert Flooring Systems ook kant-en-klare lijmen voor vloerinstallaties en keramische tegels en nivelleermassa's voor de bouwbranche
Export Manager (Business Development Manager)
Wormerveer
Forbo Eurocol Nederland BV
Full-time – International Sales & Business Development
Are you an energetic commercial talent with a passion for international growth, building strong partnerships, and unlocking new markets?
At Forbo Eurocol, you will play a key role in accelerating our global expansion and strengthening our presence beyond the Netherlands and Germany.
Your Role
As Export Manager, you drive Forbo Eurocol’s growth in international markets by strengthening existing client relationships and developing new commercial opportunities in selected export regions. Your focus includes both Eurocol NL and Eurocol DE markets.
You act as a connector between partners, distributors, key accounts, and internal Forbo teams—translating market insights into concrete commercial success.
What You Will Do
In this dynamic, international role, you will:
- Develop and implement international growth strategies for Eurocol’s floor and tile installation products.
- Identify, approach, and onboard new customers and distributors abroad.
- Re-engage former or inactive clients and explore new business opportunities.
- Create partnership agreements and long-term cooperation frameworks.
- Collaborate closely with Forbo Flooring and other divisions to enable cross-selling and joint offerings (focus regions include the Baltics, CZ/SK, and Balkan areas).
- Analyze market trends, competitor developments, and customer needs, translating insights into concrete commercial action plans.
- Represent Forbo Eurocol at international trade fairs, exhibitions, and customer visits.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and sales reports and support strong go‑to‑market execution.
- Work with Product Management, Marketing, and Sales teams to ensure full commercial alignment.
You report to the Sales Director Forbo Eurocol NL, with a dotted line to the General Manager Forbo Eurocol DE.
What You Bring
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, or a comparable field.
- 1–3 years of international sales or business development experience.
- Experience in construction, flooring, or building materials is a plus.
- Proven ability in opening new markets and acquiring key accounts.
- Experience working in an international or matrix organisation is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial drive.
- Excellent relationship builder with strong networking skills.
- Skilled communicator and negotiator.
- Comfortable working independently, proactively, and results-oriented.
- Culturally sensitive and confident in international environments.
- Fluent in Dutch and English (additional languages are an asset).
- Willingness to travel regularly across Europe.
What We Offer
At Forbo Eurocol, you can count on:
- A key commercial role in an ambitious, growing, international environment.
- The opportunity to shape and expand export markets with visible impact.
- Collaboration with motivated colleagues across countries and business units.
- Space for professional development and growth.
- Attractive employment conditions, including:
- Competitive salary
- 13th month
- 8.33% holiday allowance
- Hybrid working options
- Travel allowance
- Learning & development opportunities
- Bicycle leasing plan and fitness scheme
About Forbo Eurocol
Forbo Eurocol is part of Forbo Flooring Systems and is a leading producer of adhesives, grouts, and leveling compounds. With our own R&D, production, and sales organisation in Wormerveer, we respond quickly to market needs and continue to grow strongly across Europe.
Innovation, quality, and sustainability form the foundation of everything we do.
Why Choose Forbo Eurocol
- Informal, committed, and approachable company culture
- Strong focus on employee development, health, and engagement
- Stable and respected international employer
- A role with freedom, ownership, and visible results
Ready to Make International Impact?
Apply today and help us expand Forbo Eurocol’s global footprint!
Do you have questions? We’re happy to tell you more.