Key Account Manager [26112]

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Who are you?

• You have at least 5 years’ experience in technology related sales or in business development in the Space industry or an equivalent engineering industry in an international environment;
• Strong understanding of ESA/ESTEC's organisational landscape, programmes, procurement processes, and technical domains, enabling effective engagement across Space Systems, Navigation, Telecom, Earth Observation, Science & Exploration, and associated engineering disciplines as well as the wider Netherlands space market;
• You are an individual that thrives on developing and closing deals in the defence, space and security market and working with major customers at the cutting edge of technology;
• The successful candidate will need a strong customer network within the Netherlands space industry, and have the aptitude to both develop revenues and build the CS Group brand across this key market;
• You have strong interpersonal and commercial skills which allow you to interact, develop strong professional relationships and negotiate with customers at all levels;
• The role will appeal to a self-starter, who is highly motivated, accustomed to working independently but who can also work effectively in a team. You have a business hunting profile with eagerness to develop new markets across Northern Europe;
• You have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously;
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, international, and multicultural environment;
• You have no impediments to obtaining security clearance and are willing to do so;
• Fluency in both English and Dutch are a pre-requisite. French and other European languages are a plus;

Who We Are

Our Space business unit has focussed its expertise in the IT space sector including space mechanics, ground segment, image processing and satellite embedded software. We provide turnkey systems and engineering services for space and defence agencies, contractors and satellite operators, and are experts in space applications. We are now located in 5 different European countries and intend to extend both our footprint and our customer portfolio.

Why CS GROUP?

1. You will join one of the fastest growing companies in the IT Space Sector offering our people substantial career evolution opportunities.

2. We are recognized by our customers for the excellence of our technical and operational skills providing us with a strong foundation on which to grow a sustainable and profitable businesses.

3. You will be part of a company deeply embedded in the European space ecosystem, collaborating with leading organizations such as ESA, EUSPA, Airbus, ArianeGroup, and other major industry players.

4. Our people is the focus of our business and our values reflect this. Proactive training enables the continuous development of skills and capabilities, and a flexible and efficient environment, allows our employees to maintain a work-life balance while achieving high objectives.

5. As part of a wider group (CS Group/Sopra Steria Group), we offer exposure to an extended portfolio of capabilities and projects across the full space mission lifecycle.

This job is located in Noordwijk, the Netherlands.

If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send your CV (in English and in Word or PDF) by clicking on the button “Apply for this job” quoting job NL-HP-26112.

An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

As an Inclusive and committed employer, our company works every day to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. That's why, committed to gender diversity and overall inclusivity, we encourage all applications and profiles.

Last apply date: 15/11/2026!