Contract Manager

Our client is a top-tier player in the Space Services sector, with a robust team that has supported over 50 space missions for more than 10 space and government agencies worldwide, including ESA and NASA. Their expertise covers every phase of the space lifecycle—from satellite testing and launch services to spacecraft operations, space surveillance, data management, and downstream application development. With an impressive 55-year legacy, they are ideally positioned to drive national strategies and support new space ventures with skilled talent.

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Contract Manager to join our client’s team in the Netherlands. This is your chance to step into a leading space agency and make a significant impact in a dynamic field.

Main Responsibilities

As a Contract Manager, reporting to the Operations Director, your role will involve:

• Overseeing operational, contractual, and commercial aspects of contracts as the Company’s representative, ensuring top-notch service quality and P&L management, business planning, and growth within contracts.


• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, potential clients, partners, and stakeholders to meet both current and future needs.


• Understanding and aligning with the European Growth strategy, collaborating with European colleagues to achieve business objectives.


• Leading and supporting business development efforts, contributing to the Dutch growth strategy, and working closely with the European business development community to identify and qualify new opportunities.


• Managing accounts for one or more clients, driving service excellence, and supporting the creation of innovative products and services.


• Assisting in marketing activities and inspiring and developing your team to ensure strong performance and engagement.


• Handling all aspects of service provision, including managing contingencies and emergencies.


• Producing and delivering timely monthly governance reports.


• Managing people, including training, travel planning, performance monitoring, assessments, and appraisals.


• Ensuring quality assurance and adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.


• Fostering a culture of customer service excellence and continuous improvement.

Successful Candidate

Are you the right fit for this exciting role? We’re looking for someone with the following:

• A university degree or equivalent experience demonstrating your capability to perform at a high level.


• Extensive management experience, preferably in the Space or Service industry, though other sectors are also considered.


• Strong business acumen, with experience in budget management and business planning.


• Proven ability to influence internal and external stakeholders for positive outcomes.


• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills.


• Capacity to handle multiple tasks in an organized and disciplined manner.


• Proficiency in PC applications, particularly Office 365.


• Exceptional command of English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Dutch is a strong advantage, and familiarity with other EU languages is a plus.


• A track record of developing long-term customer relationships and insights.


• At least 5 years of commercial or sales experience, ideally in managing and selling services.


• Proactive approach to business development and resilience under pressure, including willingness to take on operational and administrative tasks when needed.

If you're ready to join a leading space organization and drive meaningful impact in an exhilarating industry, apply now to become part of an exceptional team