Position
For our business in Lunar exploration and operations we are seeking a dynamic Business Developer to strengthen our commercial growth, expand our market presence, and build strong relationships with customers and partners worldwide.
This position is based at our headquarters in, Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (near Brussels), Belgium with occasional international travel required.
Initially your focus will be on the business development of two lunar rover projects: LUVMI-M, a commercially driven lunar mobility solution designed to provide flexible mobility and payload delivery services on the lunar surface, offering customers end-to-end mission support through the company’s YAMCS mission control system. This platform enables scientific, technological, and commercial payloads. The other rover project is ESA’s Lunar Prospecting & Scouting Rover (LPSR) initiative, a logistics driven rover designed to bridge the gap between small science scouts and large cargo transporters for which Space Applications Services is the prime contractor for the initial design phase.
Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
Start date: At the earliest
Tasks and Responsibilities
Contribute to the definition and implementation of the company’s commercial and business development strategy
Identify new markets, customer segments and partnership opportunities
Prepare and execute targeted marketing and sales campaigns
Develop compelling value propositions and customer facing materials
Qualify and follow up on leads; convert leads into business opportunities
Support negotiation and contracting with customers and partners
Represent the company at trade fairs, conferences, and promotional events
Maintain relationships with existing clients and ensure a high-level of customer satisfaction
Analyse market trends, competitors, and customer needs to support decision making
Collaborate with cross functional teams (marketing, product, engineering, operations)
Provide input for website, social media, newsletters and general communication activities
Skills and Experience
Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Management, Economics or a related field OR Degree in a technical or scientific domain with strong interest in commercial and business management topics
Experience in business development, sales, marketing or customer facing roles
Knowledge of or interest in space markets and in particular the lunar economy
Familiarity with international customers, government procurement frameworks or large institutional clients.
Innovative, proactive and able to think creatively
Strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in teams
Comfortable working under deadlines and in dynamic environments
Excellent networking and communication abilities
Strong organisational skills
Fluent in written and spoken English
Our Offer
Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
Working from home in part can be a possibility
An individualised training and development programmes.