Sr. Account Executive Europe

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

Overview

Our client is an innovative European company with a core focus at sustainability within the Agrifood. The company is ambitious and expending rapidly and are looking for a Senior Account Executive - Europe. Your experience and network as a Senior Trader within the Agri-Food B2B will have a direct impact on there business and goals.

My client wants to make global agricultural supply chains more transparent and compliant with upcoming and existing regulations (like EUDR). Operating at the intersection of agri-food trading and sustainable accountability, the company helps major players in food and agriculture trace and validate the origin of there commodities, enabling responsible sourcing at scale.

Responsibilities

As Senior Account Executive - Europe, your commercial drive will be responsible for acquiring new relationships and expending current within the Agrifood. This position suits an entrepreneurial commercial professional with a strong B2B background in food or agri-commodities trading. Your understanding of trading dynamics, supply chains (routes) and sustainability drivers will make you successful.

Key Results

• Revenue & Account Growth: Deliver measurable commercial results through consultative selling and long-term partnerships.
• Market Development: Expand presence across European markets by engaging food manufacturers, traders, and processors.
• Client Engagement: Build trusted relationships with commercial and sustainability decision-makers, translating technical data into clear business value.
• Teamwork: you will work directly with sales support, back office and a project team. They will help you before, during and after creating a new relationship.
• Sustainability Impact: Contribute to responsible sourcing and carbon-reduction initiatives within global food supply chains.

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, or Food & Agri-related studies.
• 6+ years of commercial B2B experience, preferably in food ingredients, agri commodities or supply chain trading.
• Commodotity knowlegde and network within Soja, Nuts, Grain, Cocoa are a plus
• Understanding of sustainability, compliance, or carbon-related topics (EUDR knowledge is a plus).
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and negotiate multi-year agreements.
• Strong communication skills in English is important. German, French, Italian or Greek as a second language is a plus
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-growing international environment.
• Based in the Netherlands, with the flexibility to travel occasionally within Europe.

Selection Procedure

• CV screening by AFF Recruitment & Executive Search.
• Interview with AFF Recruitment Consultant.
• 2-3 interviews with the client.
• Business Case + Reference check.

Apply directly via our website or contact Timo de Smet at [phone] or [e-mail] for more information.

All applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted.