International Sales Manager - Offshore Wind and Maritime Industry

Are you passionate about driving international growth? Join us at Odense Port, where we are seeking a dynamic International Sales Manager to champion our national as well as international expansion efforts and foster strategic partnerships across these exciting sectors.

Odense Port is a prominent maritime hub located in Denmark, renowned for its strategic location and cutting-edge facilities. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we are dedicated to push the boundaries of excellence in offshore wind projects, the maritime industry, heavy logistics projects, and test & innovation. We do not offer off the shelf products, but solutions tailored to our customers’ needs through our portfolio of options within port areas, port logistic capacities, and real estate opportunities.

A key role in the renewable and maritime sector
We specialize in four business areas where our experience and investments in the green transition create value for the customers:

• Ship - maritime cluster and shipyard industry
• Energize - production and logistics within offshore wind
• Innovate - innovation and testing
• Repurpose - recycling and decommissioning

As International Sales Manager, you willl be instrumental in driving Odense Port's international sales strategy across our four core business areas. You will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, cultivating key relationships, and positioning Odense Port as the premier destination for offshore wind, maritime services worldwide and heavy logistics – in Denmark and internationally.

As International Sales Manager you will undertake a wide variety of tasks:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in Denmark and in key international markets, leveraging Odense Port's unique strengths and capabilities
• Cultivate strong relationships with existing and new clients, industry partners, and stakeholders to drive business growth and enhance our reputation as a trusted leader within the offshore wind sector, the maritime industry, and within heavy logistics
• Collaborate closely with our high performing commercial team to ensure seamless delivery of services and exceed client expectations
• Represent Odense Port at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to showcase our offerings and forge valuable connections

Personal and professional qualifications

• Proven track record of success in international solution sales within offshore wind or the maritime sectors preferred, but there could definitely be other relevant B2B industries
• Your background can be Key Account Manager, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager or similar
• Strong business acumen and strategic mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive results independently
• Fluent in English and Danish
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed

We are looking for three key personal attributes:

• Your mindset: Your mindset is paramount: Are you inherently driven to achieve commercial success, resilient in the face of obstacles, and adept at cultivating enduring relationships with clients, all while keeping the commercial objectives firmly in sight? If so, let's collaborate to generate significant value for our clients together.
• Your positive attitude: You consistently embrace a positive approach to self-development, remaining open-minded to new ideas, emerging trends, and collaboration with colleagues who share your commitment to integrity.
• Team player: You possess a strong drive to succeed alongside your commercial team and demonstrate cross-functional collaboration within the organization. Your overarching belief is that creating value for clients requires collective effort, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and mutual support.

• Business acumen - we do good business
• Accountability - what is worth doing is worth doing well
• Pioneering spirit - will and desire are the driving force

A great place to work
We provide a supportive work environment with dedicated colleagues within an informal organization characterized by swift decision-making processes. We take pride in consistently achieving high scores in our well-being assessments, reflecting an exceptional working environment. Our culture is characterized by a relaxed atmosphere and positive morale, where teamwork is paramount in achieving outstanding results.

Additionally, we offer an enticing compensation package tailored to qualifications, accompanied by a range of staff benefits. These include elements such as a complimentary car, phone, and internet, comprehensive health, and dental insurance, as well as participation in pension and canteen schemes.

The position is based at our office in Munkebo.

Questions
Your reference will be Jakob Elmkær Hansen, Deputy Manager, Sales,
contact: 22 94 44 74 if you want to know more about this opportunity.