Sales Manager - Benelux & Eastern Europe - Feed Additives

CNS Worldwide Executive Search; Köln; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading German company in animal nutrition is looking for a commercially-minded professional with at least 5 years of experience in sales/business development within the feed additives industry. In this key role, you will promote a central strategy for the Benelux and Eastern Europe regions, driving growth and enhancing customer relationships. You'll work independently in a flexible environment, supported by a strong internal team, and have the opportunity to influence the company's success significantly.

Leistungen

Company car

Full remote work setup

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus

Technical and marketing support from international HQ

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales/business development in animal feed or feed additives.
• Experience with international suppliers or distributors.
• Autonomous and willing to travel frequently.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute a commercial strategy for Benelux and Eastern Europe.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key accounts.
• Monitor market developments and inform strategic decisions.

Kenntnisse

Commercial skills

Communication skills

Proactive thinking

Jobbeschreibung

Industry : Animal Nutrition - Feed Additives

About the Company

Our client is a leading German enterprise with a strong international footprint, specializing in the development and distribution of high-quality feed additives for the livestock industry.

Renowned for its technical expertise, premium product standards, and a customer-centric philosophy, the company has established itself as a trusted partner to producers and distributors worldwide.

Culture & Values

The company thrives on autonomy, initiative, and entrepreneurial thinking. Team members are empowered to take ownership of their markets and drive business growth through innovative strategies and a hands-on approach. This dynamic environment values proactive thinking, accountability, and the pursuit of continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the animal nutrition or feed additives industry, gained with an international supplier or distributor, and bring an active network among feed mills, premixers, traders, and integrators.

This is a key role for a commercially-minded professional seeking autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to contribute to a growing business.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute a commercial strategy for the Benelux and Eastern Europe regions
• Maintain and grow relationships with key accounts while identifying new business opportunities
• Act as the primary contact for clients across the feed additive value chain : feed mills, premixers, traders, integrators
• Monitor market developments and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions
• Collaborate closely with internal technical and marketing teams to deliver tailored solutions
• Represent the company at trade fairs, technical conferences, and client meetings
• Provide regular sales forecasts, market feedback, and performance reports to management
• Propose new product concepts or enhancements by collaborating with internal teams (R&D, marketing, technical support).

Candidate Profile :

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales or business development within the animal feed or feed additives sector
• Experience with an international feed additive company or distributor
• Strong commercial and communication skills
• Autonomous, proactive, and comfortable working in a decentralized structure
• Willingness to travel frequently across the regions

What our client can offer :

• A central role within a dynamic and fast-growing German company
• A culture built on trust, autonomy, and entrepreneurial spirit
• Competitive salary + attractive performance-based bonus
• Company car and full remote work setup
• Technical and marketing support from international HQ and expert teams