Key Account Manager (Space)

TL;DR

Key Account Manager (Space): Developing and expanding the space business in the Netherlands and with ESA/ESTEC with an accent on strategic client relationship management and pipeline growth. Focus on identifying new business opportunities, negotiating complex contracts, and strengthening the hirify.global brand within the European space ecosystem.

Location: Onsite in Noordwijk, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global is an international leader in the engineering and digital space market, providing managed services and high-skilled consulting to the global space sector.

What you will do

• Identify business opportunities with new and existing clients in the Netherlands and ESA/ESTEC.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term professional relationships with key clients.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of sales leads and qualify proposals.
• Prepare offers and proposals in coordination with the Pre-sales team.
• Negotiate and close customer agreements and contracts to achieve business targets.
• Monitor the market and provide feedback to technical experts to optimize products.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in technology sales or business development, preferably in the Space or engineering industry.
• Deep knowledge of the ESA/ESTEC business environment and the Dutch space market.
• Proven track record of closing deals in the defense, space, and security markets.
• English and Dutch languages are mandatory.
• No impediments to obtaining security clearance.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a fast-paced international environment.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in French or other European languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity for substantial career evolution in one of the fastest-growing IT space companies.
• Collaboration with leading organizations like ESA, EUSPA, Airbus, and ArianeGroup.
• Flexible and efficient environment designed to support work-life balance.
• Access to proactive training and continuous skill development.
• Exposure to a wide portfolio of projects across the full space mission lifecycle.