Key Account Manager (Pet Food Ingredients)

Irving Knight Group; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in pet food manufacturing is seeking a Senior Global Business Consultant to drive sales and cultivate strategic relationships in the European pet food sector. This mid-senior level position requires a strategic thinker with over 5 years of experience in the pet food industry and a relevant degree. The role involves developing market influence and executing key account plans to ensure sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pet food industry as Key Account Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance sales efforts with key accounts.
• Identify growth opportunities within the pet food sector.
• Formulate and implement strategic sales plans.
• Develop customized key account plans.

Skills

Sales expertise

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of pet food industry

Education

BSc or MSc degree in business administration/economics

Job description

Senior Global Business Consultant - Recruiting Globally in the Animal Nutrition/Feed Industry

Overview

Irving Knight Group are partnered with a global leader in the insect ingredients manufacturing industry. We are seeking a dynamic Key Account Manager to spearhead their growth in the European pet food manufacturing sector. This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for Pet Food and Sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Drive Sales & Cultivate Strategic Relationships: Lead and enhance sales efforts by strengthening ties with existing and new key accounts to meet revenue targets.
• Develop the Pet Food Market: Expand market influence by identifying and leveraging growth opportunities within the pet food sector.
• Strategic Sales & Account Planning: Formulate and implement sales and key account strategies to achieve business objectives and account success.
• Develop and execute customized key account plans to ensure sustainable growth and alignment with company goals.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the Pet food industry as Key Account Manager
• BSc or MSc degree in business administration / economics or similar

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Animal Feed Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Services