Europe Senior Account Executive - Agrifood Sustainability

Agri, Food & Feed (AFF) Recruitment & Executive Search B.V.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in the agri-food sector is seeking a Senior Account Executive - Europe who will be responsible for acquiring new relationships and expanding current ones in the Agrifood domain. Candidates should have at least 6 years of B2B experience, preferably in food ingredients or agri commodities, along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field. Knowledge of sustainability and trading dynamics is essential, and the role is based in the Netherlands with occasional travel across Europe.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of commercial B2B experience, preferably in food ingredients, agri commodities or supply chain trading.
• Commodity knowledge and network within Soja, Nuts, Grain, Cocoa are a plus.
• Understanding of sustainability, compliance, or carbon-related topics (EUDR knowledge is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Deliver measurable commercial results through consultative selling and long-term partnerships.
• Expand presence across European markets by engaging food manufacturers, traders, and processors.
• Build trusted relationships with commercial and sustainability decision-makers.

Skills

B2B experience

Understanding of sustainability

Strong communication skills in English

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, or Food & Agri-related studies

Job description

A recruitment firm in the agri-food sector is seeking a Senior Account Executive - Europe who will be responsible for acquiring new relationships and expanding current ones in the Agrifood domain. Candidates should have at least 6 years of B2B experience, preferably in food ingredients or agri commodities, along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field. Knowledge of sustainability and trading dynamics is essential, and the role is based in the Netherlands with occasional travel across Europe.