Please apply only, if you speak fluent english and german
Please apply only, if you have a goodg network in the German Food and Beverage industry
For an International Distributor with expertise as a functional plant-based ingredients specialist and innovator for over 25 year we are locking for the
Sales Manager, Food & Beverage m/f/d for Germany
* we sell to beverage, dairy, confectionery and bakery, nutritional supplements, processed food, and food service industries.
* This reflects our commitment to sustainability and innovation, solidifying its role as a key player in shaping the future of the food industry.
* in this exciting position, you will be a key contributor in driving business line expansion for our Food and Beverage Ingredients (FBI) industry.
home office based
Tasks
* Responsible for growing sales through prospecting and developing new potential accounts, with a focus on business development and expansion
* Visit customers on a regular basis to build, maintain and manage relationships
* Build and maintain relationships with our suppliers based in Asia and Europe through joint visits and egular reporting, to support mutual growth of our joint businesses
* Support the business activities by managing the product portfolio
* Update and maintain projects and compile meeting reports in our CRM system ( Salesforce.com )
Requirements
* Degree in Food Technology or Science or similar related discipline, with relevant sales experience with a distributor or a manufacturer in the food ingredients industry
* Broad network in the food ingredients industry in Germany is an asset
* Highly motivated and target driven with high time-management skills
* Entrepreneurial spirit with a variety of sales, negotiation and persuasion skills
* Highly organized self-starter capable of managing your customer visits schedule and territory effectively
* Excellent and fluent writing and speaking skills in both English and German
Benefits
• Flexible time arrangement and partially work from home possibilities (up to 40%)
• Company car in accordance with our Company Car Policy
• Performance-related remuneration with attractive company pension provision
Please attach an English CV/ Resume as part of your application.
Please describe in your cover letter your experience with plant based ingredients, e.g. on which projects did you work?