International Account Manager

Russell Tobin; Barendrecht; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car

Performance-based bonus

Non-contributory pension

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A long-established food trading company in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced Account Manager/Trader to manage key accounts across West Africa. This role involves developing business with clients, negotiating at senior levels, and building long-term relationships. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience, ideally in FMCG or food trading, and be fluent in both French and English. The position offers competitive salary, company car, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Account Manager or Trader.
• Background in FMCG or food trading is highly desirable.
• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business with existing and new customers across Africa.
• Build strong, long-term client relationships.
• Lead negotiations and close commercial deals.
• Stay informed on market trends and identify new opportunities.
• Travel regularly to meet clients and expand your network.

Skills

Account Management

Negotiation

Commercial Acumen

Proficiency in French

Proficiency in English

Job description

The Company

Join a long-established, internationally recognised food trading business headquartered in the Netherlands. With decades of experience, the company operates across more than 100 countries, supplying a diverse range of food products to wholesalers, retailers, and manufacturers worldwide.

Known for its entrepreneurial culture and strong commercial focus, the business offers a high level of autonomy, empowering individuals to take ownership and drive growth in their markets. It’s a dynamic and collaborative environment where success is recognised and celebrated.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of key accounts across West Africa, managing relationships with wholesalers and food service providers. This is a highly commercial, client-facing role where you’ll negotiate at senior level and drive business across a broad portfolio including meat, fish, dairy, frozen goods, and fresh produce.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business with existing and new customers across Africa


• Build strong, long-term client relationships


• Lead negotiations and close commercial deals


• Stay informed on market trends and identify new opportunities


• Travel regularly to meet clients and expand your network

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Account Manager/Trader


• Background in FMCG or food trading is highly desirable


• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive approach


• Fluent in French and English (Dutch is a plus)


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience


• Company car, phone & laptop


• Performance-based bonus/profit share


• Non-contributory pension


• Supportive and social team culture

If you’re ambitious, commercially driven, and keen to grow within a global environment, I’d be delighted to speak with you. APPLY NOW!