Northern Europe Sales Manager, Plant-Based Ingredients

Batenborch International; Belgique; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Batenborch International is recruiting a Sales Manager to drive the growth of an innovative plant-based protein solutions business across Northern Europe, with a focus on Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK and the Nordics. You will identify opportunities, approach industrial customers and grow a strong commercial pipeline.

The role requires entrepreneurial drive, strong Dutch and English language skills, and a proven track record in food ingredients sales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Business or Economics or related field.
• Proven B2B sales experience in the food ingredients industry, preferably with specialty ingredients.
• Experience managing complex, medium- to long-term sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop the commercial presence across Northern Europe, with emphasis on Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK and Nordics.
• Identify, qualify and approach high-potential industrial customers, partners and distributors.
• Build and manage a strong commercial pipeline through proactive prospecting and full sales cycle management.
• Represent the company at trade fairs, conferences and industry events.

Skills

Entrepreneurial

Hunter mindset

Autonomous

Commercially driven

Analytical

Strong communicator

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in related field

Job description

Batenborch International is recruiting a Sales Manager to drive the growth of an innovative plant-based protein solutions business across Northern Europe, with a focus on Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK and the Nordics. You will identify opportunities, approach industrial customers and grow a strong commercial pipeline.

The role requires entrepreneurial drive, strong Dutch and English language skills, and a proven track record in food ingredients sales.