Cross Border Promotion Manager / Key Account Manager

Our international client is seeking a commercially minded Cross Border Promotion Manager / Key Account Manager to support the international growth of the business and develop relationships with global clients across Europe and beyond.

This role sits within the Business Promotion team at the European Headquarters in Düsseldorf and will play a key role in identifying and securing major construction projects internationally.

The Role

The Cross Border Promotion Manager will focus on business development, global client engagement, and project acquisition within the industrial and commercial construction sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining relationships with global clients
• Identifying and acquiring new construction projects internationally
• Conducting market research and presenting company capabilities to potential clients
• Representing Takenaka at global trade fairs, industry events and networking activities
• Managing and developing key accounts across international markets
• Collaborating with internal teams across Takenaka’s 13 global branches to support project development
• Supporting project management activities during early project stages
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and cost implications together with operational teams
• Coordinating with customers, planners and subcontractors to gather project information

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a technically strong professional with a commercial mindset and international outlook.

Education

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction or architecture sector
• Background in construction or project management preferred
• Experience in sales, client acquisition or bid preparation is advantageous but not essential

Candidates with strong communication and commercial skills transitioning from technical roles are also encouraged to apply.

Skills

• Strong relationship-building and networking capability
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Commercial awareness and analytical thinking
• Ability to present technical topics clearly to clients
• Structured and independent working style
• Intercultural awareness and international business mindset

Languages

• German – C1 level (business fluent)
• English – C1 level (business fluent)

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively worldwide
• Valid Class B driving licence

What’s on Offer

• 37.5-hour working week with flexitime
• Hybrid working / home office options
• 29 days annual leave plus traditional holidays and Christmas Eve
• Regular professional training and development
• Corporate health programme
• Employee discounts and company events

Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience and market conditions .

Location

• Hybrid working available

If you are interested in a client-facing role combining construction expertise, international business development and strategic account management , this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the world’s most respected construction organisations.