Technical Sales Manager

Technical Sales Manager

2070 Zwijndrecht – Belgium

Are you ready to combine deep technical expertise with commercial impact? Do you want to play a key role in driving the transition towards sustainable, recyclable food packaging solutions?

Join Eval Europe as a Technical Sales Manager and play a leading role in shaping the future of EVOH applications in high-barrier packaging solutions.

As Technical Sales Manager, you will identify and develop new business opportunities created by evolving European sustainability regulations. You will drive the replacement of non-recyclable or hard-to-recycle barrier materials with EVAL™ EVOH resins, which deliver exceptional gas barrier properties while keeping the total packaging structure within recyclability thresholds.

You will manage complex, long-term projects from initial concept through to industrial implementation, working closely with converters, brand owners, and internal technical teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on customer engagement with strategic business development in a fast-changing and highly innovative market.

Your role as a Technical Sales Manager

In this newly created position, you will build strong partnerships with customers and industry stakeholders while supporting the technical development and sales of EVOH resins.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and managing relationships with key customers across Europe, providing technical and commercial support for EVAL™ EVOH applications.
• Identifying and generating new business opportunities in line with sustainability trends and European packaging regulations (e.g., recyclability and high-barrier requirements).
• Advising customers on EVOH resin integration into their packaging applications, providing technical expertise on material performance and processing.
• Collaborating with our Technical Service and Market Development teams to provide solutions for complex customer challenges.
• Managing projects, technical trials, and product implementations to ensure successful customer adoption.
• Conducting sales forecasts, commercial agreements, and market analyses to align with business objectives.
• Representing Eval Europe at industry conferences, trade fairs, and networking events to expand business opportunities.
• Providing training and technical presentations to customers and internal teams on the benefits of EVAL™ EVOH resins.

You will be based in our offices in Melsele, close to our manufacturing facility in Zwijndrecht (Antwerp), Belgium. This position does not have direct reports. You will report to the Head of Sales and Marketing at Eval Europe.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled professional with a strong commercial mindset and a proven track record in the flexible food packaging industry. Do you enjoy working at the intersection of material science, packaging technology, and business development? Then this is your opportunity to make an impact!

• Experience of selling barrier polymers, resins, masterbatch, barrier packaging and/or barrier solutions is a must.
• A degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Experience in a technical sales or business development role in a B2B environment.
• The ability to translate technical insights into commercial success, advising customers on material selection and application development.
• A strategic, independent, and solution-oriented thinker who thrives in a complex, international business environment.
• Willingness to travel extensively (+- 50%) across Europe to engage with customers and industry stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is essential; any other language is a strong advantage.
• A natural networker and team player, with excellent communication and analytical skills to understand and anticipate customer needs.

What we offer

Eval Europe is a growing and dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. As a Technical Sales Manager, you will benefit from:

• A high-impact role at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions.
• An attractive salary package.
• Flexible working conditions, including remote work opportunities.
• Access to extensive training and professional development programs.
• The opportunity to work in an international and innovative business environment.
• A supportive and dynamic team where your expertise and ideas truly make a difference.

About Kuraray

Eval Europe, based in Zwijndrecht (Antwerp), is a subsidiary of Kuraray (Japan). We are a global leader in the production of EVOH (ethylene vinyl-alcohol copolymer) under the brand name EVAL™. Our polymers enable sustainable solutions in food packaging, construction materials, and industrial applications.

With over 10,000 employees worldwide and a state-of-the-art facility in Zwijndrecht, Eval Europe is dedicated to innovation, customer focus, and fostering a culture of creativity and initiative.

Ready to make an impact?

Are you excited to combine technical expertise with relationship management in a role that drives innovation? Contact our recruitment partner, Liesbeth Eynatten of Flowtec Solutions, at:

+32 (0) 468 07 18 81

L.Eynatten@flowtec.com

We can’t wait to hear from you!