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International Key Account Manager

Role overview

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of experience in international key account management or a senior sales role
  • A proven track record of developing and implementing key account or OEM strategies
  • A Master’s degree in Marketing, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field
  • Excellent analytical and conceptual problem solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute multi-year account plans aligned with global objectives
  • Identify new opportunities within existing accounts and actively expand the pipeline
  • Negotiate international contracts, supply agreements, pricing structures and rebate programs
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments

Key facts

Other skills

  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Prioritization

About the company

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Q8

As a global company, Q8 is one of the top energy providers in Europe. With close to 5.000 service stations in Europe, of which over 700 in the Benelux region, operating under the brands Q8, Q8 easy and Tango. The main offices in the Benelux are situated in Antwerp (B) and Rotterdam (NL). In Belgium, Q8 also has a strong network of over local 'Shop&Go' convenience stores together with Delhaize, Panos and Starbucks by Selecta. Our loyalty program Q8 smiles grants our customers free Smiles each time they fuel or shop, to save up for nice gifts. Additionally, Q8 has a highly advanced blending plant for lubricants (Q8Oils) in Antwerp and a state of the art research facility at Europoort (NL). International Diesel Services (IDS) focuses on stations for long-haul transport while Q8Aviation offers airport fueling services at international and regional airports. But we don’t stop there: Q8 has embarked on a transformation journey from a traditional petroleum player to a Sustainable Mobility Player. Q8 expands its current business by offering sustainable fuels and innovative services to the customer, reshaping the mobility of the future. Q8 has invested in new services such as mobile fueling, E-mobility and Mobility. And will continue to innovate and invest in future-oriented opportunities that make every customer journey more sustainable. Q8. your drive, our future.

Company details

Company size501 - 1000

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Job description

Strategic relationship builder with international drive

📍 Europe | 🌍 International | 💼 Full time

International markets move fast. And you? You create momentum.

At Q8Oils, we strengthen our global footprint every day. As International Key Account Manager, you take ownership of our key international accounts across Europe and beyond. You build strategic partnerships, sharpen our key account structure and turn ambition into measurable growth.

You build relationships. You unlock opportunities. You drive performance.
Your impact crosses borders and shapes the future of Q8Oils.

Your biggest challenge:

Drive strategic account growth

You develop and execute multi year account plans aligned with global objectives.

You identify new opportunities within existing accounts such as new markets, product lines and regions and actively expand your pipeline.

You build long term, trust based relationships with decision makers and OEM partners worldwide.

Strengthen cross country alignment

You optimize the key account structure across Europe and coordinate pricing, contracts and sales activities between regions.
You ensure local sales teams align with global agreements and service levels.
You act as the central point of contact for the customer’s international organization.

Own commercial performance

You negotiate international contracts, supply agreements, pricing structures and rebate programs.
You manage global RFQs and RFIs with focus and precision.
You safeguard margins, price stability and profitability across markets.

Lead OEM programs and projects

You steer OEM development projects from concept to launch.
You align engineering, R and D, product management, marketing and quality teams around shared milestones.
You track validation processes and timelines to deliver on commitments.

Connect internal stakeholders

You collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Product Management and Customer Service.
You act as the escalation point when challenges arise and lead solution driven discussions.
You keep customer satisfaction high and partnerships strong.

Turn insight into action

You monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments.
You translate insights into sharp strategies and clear reporting for senior leadership.

In short: you build powerful partnerships that accelerate international growth.

What you bring:

  • At least 5 years of experience in international key account management or a senior sales role, ideally within automotive, industrial manufacturing or a related industry

  • A proven track record of developing and implementing key account or OEM strategies that drive business growth

  • A Master’s degree in Marketing, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field

  • A strong multicultural mindset and the ability to operate confidently across European markets

  • Excellent analytical and conceptual problem solving skills

  • The ability to work independently, prioritize effectively and perform under pressure

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel

What we offer:

  • A competitive salary with attractive benefits

  • A strategic European role with real ownership and visibility

  • Collaboration across countries and disciplines

  • The freedom to shape commercial strategy and drive innovation

  • Coaching, development opportunities and room to grow

You do not just manage accounts. You build the future of international partnerships.

Ready to accelerate growth across Europe?

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