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Covering areas such as Luik, Hasselt, and Turnhout.\nFounded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 6000 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities. \nJOB SUMMARY:\nAs the Area Sales Manager Northern Belgium you will bring your P.P.E and/ or workwear experience to sell Portwest products to distributors. 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