Sales Manager

I am currently working with a Global Distributor that is looking to expand their team in the Food Ingredients industry. This position is for a Sales Manager who will cover the Savory segment of the business across Germany.

Responsibilities :

• Represent the company at customer meetings, trade fairs, conferences, and events.
• Provide personal and telephone support along with technical advice for existing customers.
• Acquire new customers and cultivate sustainable, intensive relationships.
• Develop and execute sales promotion and customer loyalty strategies.
• Plan and implement sales activities nationwide in the savory sector.
• Conduct negotiations with customers and suppliers, focusing on technical sales discussions and pricing terms.
• Manage budget and demand planning responsibilities.
• Monitor the market continuously, analyze competition, and derive actionable insights.
• Identify and analyze market trends, developing promising potentials in new and existing applications.
• Create offers and maintain documentation within the CRM system (Salesforce).

Ideal Profile :

• Completed technical, scientific, or commercial studies, or comparable training related to the food industry (e.g., food technology, nutritional science).
• Understanding of the savory market within the Food Ingredients industry.
• Fluent in written and spoken German and English.
• Willingness to travel regularly (approximately 50%) within Germany.
• Relevant experience in sales within the food and nutrition industry; savory sector experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a strong focus on results.
• High commitment level, independence, structured working style, and solution-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of the distribution business is advantageous.
• Hunter” mentality with a drive to achieve and surpass goals.

What They Offer :

• Attractive, modern workplace in the heart of Cologne or Hamburg.
• Neutral company car available for private use.
• Flexible working hours with enhanced mobile work opportunities.
• Comprehensive IT equipment (company laptop and mobile phone).
• Full-time position (38.5-hour week) with 30 days of vacation.
• Monthly tax-free benefit in kind (voucher worth €50.00 or Urban Sports Club membership).

If you believe that you would be a great fit for this position, feel free to apply and I will make sure to review your application within 2 weeks. If you do not receive an update within 2 weeks, please accept this as your application being unsuccessful.