Account Manager Foodservice - DU speaker - FMCG dairy food

Michael Page International (Belgium); Aalst; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global dairy company is seeking an experienced Account Manager to drive sales growth and brand presence in the foodservice sector. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Business Management and at least 3 years of experience in Account Management, preferably within the dairy sector. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Dutch, French, and English are required. This role offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity for professional growth.

Prestations

Competitive Compensation Package

Flexible Work

Growth & Development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Account Management within Foodservice, preferably in cheese or dairy sector.
• Proficiency in developing customer portfolios and setting priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement strategies to drive sales growth and brand presence.
• Manage key accounts to maximize sales and assortment.
• Analyze and apply the 4Ps (Product, Price, Placement, Promotion).
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Participate in industry trade shows and events.

Connaissances

Account Management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Trilingual (Dutch, French, English)

Formation

Master Degree in Business Management / Sales / Marketing

Outils

MS Office suite

Description du poste

About Our Client

The client is a global leader in dairy products, has an extraordinary family story now shared by more than 80,000 employees around the world. Experts in their field, they are proud to have several globally recognized brands in their portfolio.

Focused on consumer needs, they also place great importance on preserving the unique flavors of local communities and are committed to providing their employees with a warm, friendly, and entrepreneurial environment. Joining their teams means joining a group of passionate individuals who are true experts in their domain. Every day, with a strong sense of determination, they develop and grow brands that are loved and respected worldwide.

Job Description

The Account Manager will develop and implement strategies to drive sales growth and brand presence. He will also create and execute sales activities and prospection at key customers in target segments.

The Foodservice teams proudly represent their products across various distribution channels, including the HORECA sector, featuring the well-known and respected brand, as well as within wholesale networks.

Main responsibilities:

• Key Account Management at regional wholesalers and structured commercial & B2B end-users to maximize sales and assortment.
• Grow and prospect key wholesalers & end-users by identifying opportunities to maximize sales and assortment.
• Execute sales excellence guidelines by:
  • Analyzing and applying the 4Ps (Product, Price, Placement, Promotion).
  • Implementing tactical actions to support strategic plans and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and account profitability.
• Act as the main point of contact between assigned accounts and internal teams (marketing, logistics, finance) to ensure smooth coordination and customer satisfaction.
• Support a performance-driven culture by taking ownership of results, actively contributing to team goals, and continuously improving account performance through data-driven insights.
• Participate in industry trade shows, exhibitions, and events, ensuring effective representation and engagement with potential customers.

The Successful Applicant

• Master Degree in Business Management / Sales / Marketing
• At least 3+ years of experience in Account Management within Foodservice, preferably in cheese or dairy sector
• Market and business Foodservice sales
• Customer management
• Strong entrepreneurial & problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication, analytic and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Ability to develop customers portfolio and to set priorities
• Passion for foodservice
• Trilingual Dutch, French and English

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Strategic Leadership Role
• Autonomy & Impact
• Flexible Work
• Culture of Passion & Purpose
• Growth & Development