[Hiring] Country Manager Benelux @DriiveMe

Role Description

As part of its ambitious European expansion, Driiveme is looking for a Country Manager Benelux to accelerate its growth in Belgium while launching and scaling operations in the Netherlands. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, you will own the commercial development, operational performance and market expansion across the Benelux region. This role is designed for an entrepreneurial leader capable of building a business, developing strategic partnerships and leading high-performing teams in a fast-growing scale-up environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Drive Business Growth
  • Define and execute Driiveme's commercial strategy across Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
  • Develop sustainable revenue growth while increasing market share.
  • Identify new business opportunities within automotive manufacturers, leasing companies, rental companies, dealer networks, fleet operators and remarketing specialists.
  • Build and manage a strong commercial pipeline.
  • Own the Benelux P&L, with full responsibility for revenue growth, gross margin and overall profitability.
• Develop Strategic Partnerships
  • Build long-term relationships with key accounts and strategic partners.
  • Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
  • Represent Driiveme within the automotive and mobility ecosystem.
• Lead Local Operations
  • Ensure operational excellence and high service quality.
  • Monitor key business KPIs and continuously improve performance.
  • Work closely with Operations teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
• Build and Develop the Benelux Team
  • Recruit, coach and develop high-performing local teams.
  • Create a strong performance culture based on ownership, accountability and collaboration.
  • Align local execution with Driiveme's European standards and culture.
• Drive Innovation
  • Identify opportunities to improve products, processes and customer experience.
  • Act as the voice of the Benelux market to influence product development and platform evolution.
• Represent Driiveme
  • Act as Driiveme's ambassador with customers, partners, industry associations and public stakeholders.
  • Increase the company's visibility through networking and industry events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in automotive, mobility, logistics or fleet management.
• Strong network within the Benelux automotive ecosystem is a significant advantage.
• Proven track record in B2B business development and sales leadership.
• Experience managing P&L or country/business unit performance is highly desirable.
• Experience within an international or matrix organization.

Requirements

• Key Competencies
  • Strategic Leadership
    • Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution.
    • Ability to identify growth opportunities and convert them into tangible business results.
  • Commercial Excellence
    • Proven ability to generate new business and grow key accounts.
    • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Leadership
    • Ability to recruit, inspire and develop high-performing teams.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Operational Mindset
    • Data-driven decision maker.
    • Strong focus on execution, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit
    • Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
    • Autonomous, proactive and solution-oriented.
    • Continuous improvement mindset.
• Languages
  • Fluent French (mandatory)
  • Fluent Dutch (mandatory)
  • Fluent English (mandatory)
• Location & Working Model
  • Full Remote position based in Belgium or the Netherlands.
  • Regular travel across the Benelux region and to Driiveme's Paris offices for management meetings and company events.

Benefits

• Lead the expansion of an innovative European scale-up in the Benelux region.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of automotive logistics.
• Join an entrepreneurial culture where initiative and impact are valued.
• Work with passionate and talented international teams.
• Benefit from significant career development opportunities as the company continues its rapid international expansion.
• Receive a competitive compensation package including a fixed salary, performance-based bonus and additional benefits.