Account Manager

Van Hessen; Cuijk; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Van Hessen, part of the SARIA Group, is seeking an Account Manager Petfood to maintain and grow commercial relationships in the international petfood market. You will analyze market opportunities, conduct commercial discussions, and work closely with colleagues nationally and internationally.

We welcome candidates with HBO education and strong English skills; knowledge of Dutch or German is a plus, and willingness to travel internationally is expected.

Qualifications

• HBO level of working and thinking.
• Affinity with food, agribusiness, or the petfood sector.
• Proficiency in English is required; Dutch and/or German is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Interest in digital development and AI in commercial processes.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Identify market developments and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare for and conduct negotiations on purchasing and sales activities.
• Draft and manage commercial agreements and contracts.
• Analyze market, pricing, and margin data.
• Visit customers, suppliers, and international trade fairs.
• Collaborate with internal departments and international colleagues to achieve objectives.

Skills

Food/agribusiness affinity

English proficiency

Dutch/German knowledge

International travel

AI in commerce

Education

Higher professional education (HBO)

Job description

Who are we: Sarval Petfood / Van Hessen

Van Hessen is the leading global player in the sourcing, processing, and distribution of natural casings, meat products, and raw materials for sausages, petfood and the pharmaceutical industry. Van Hessen is part of the SARIA Group. We are an innovative, international, and rapidly growing organization with production sites, cold stores, and offices throughout the world. The Account Manager Petfood position falls within SARVAL Petfood. Our head office is located in Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, but your primary workplace will be Katwijk NB.

SARVAL Petfood

offers a wide range of animal by-products suitable for pet food production. We supply the raw materials that make this possible. Our products are 100% natural and, thanks to the expertise and dedication of our employees, consistently meet the highest quality standards. Together, we continuously look for opportunities to grow and improve.

About the role:

As an Account Manager Petfood, you will be responsible for maintaining and further developing commercial relationships within the international petfood market. You will analyze market opportunities, conduct commercial discussions, and work closely with colleagues both nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and suppliers
• Identify market developments and commercial opportunities
• Prepare for and conduct negotiations on both purchasing and sales activities
• Draft and manage commercial agreements and contracts
• Analyze market, pricing, and margin data
• Visit customers, suppliers, and international trade fairs
• Collaborate with internal departments and international colleagues to achieve commercial objectives

Experience:

We welcome both ambitious starters and candidates with several years of relevant experience:

• Higher professional education (HBO) level of working and thinking
• Affinity with food, agribusiness, or the petfood sector
• Professional proficiency in English is required
• Knowledge of Dutch and/or German is a plus
• Interest in digital development and AI applications within commercial processes
• Willingness to travel internationally

Compensation:

We offer a salary that matches your experience and knowledge, within salary ranging on experience between € 3.200 - € 5.500 monthly, an attractive bonus scheme and other great benefits in addition to a Hybrid working model.

What happens next?

You will have plenty of room for entrepreneurship, intensive coaching, and opportunities to further develop yourself within our organization. Sarval Petfood is a professional company that strives not only for continuity but also for creating enjoyable and challenging work, offering responsibility, independence, and freedom. Van Hessen also offers a range of internal training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

Equality and Diversity

At Van Hessen, part of the SARIA Group, we highly value diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a working environment where everyone is respected and supported, regardless of gender, age, ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or social background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to equal opportunities and preventing discrimination.