Key Account Manager Meat Industry - Istanbul (f/m/d)

NovaTaste Austria GmbH; Fatih; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

International environment

Fast decision-making

Trusting culture

Job summary

NovaTaste Austria GmbH in Türkiye seeks an experienced sales professional to lead business development for the meat industry. You will manage key accounts, identify opportunities, visit customers, and present tailored solutions.

Coordinate samples, quotations, and contract negotiations while working closely with Supply Chain, Technical and Marketing teams to drive growth and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in Sales or Business Development within the food ingredients industry.
• Degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Life Sciences, or comparable qualification.
• Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer relationships in the meat sector.
• Identify new business opportunities and acquire customers.
• Visit Purchasing and R&D teams regularly at customers.
• Present products and tailor solutions to customers.
• Coordinate shipment of samples and documentation.
• Prepare quotations and negotiate prices and contracts.
• Monitor orders and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Technical, and Marketing teams.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Negotiation

Sales presentations

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Food Technology / Food Engineering / Life Sciences

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

NovaTaste is a global leader in taste innovation, delivering tailored culinary solutions and memorable taste experiences. A broad portfolio of renowned brands across Europe and internationally brings together extensive expertise in spices, seasoning blends, marinades, functional ingredients and food cultures. Close to its customers and anchored in global expertise, NovaTaste develops tailored solutions for food manufacturers, wholesalers, butchers, gastronomy and food service operators. These solutions enhance taste, texture and shelf life while consistently addressing sustainability and functional requirements. The company operates 21 locations in Europe, North America and Asia and employs more than 2,400 people who serve over 12,000 customers worldwide.

As the primary point of contact for our customers in the meat industry, you will support them throughout the entire product development and sales process.

Tasks

• Managing and further developing existing customer relationships.
• Identifying new business opportunities and acquiring new customers.
• Regularly visiting customers' Purchasing and R&D teams.
• Presenting our products and customized solutions.
• Coordinating the shipment of samples and documentation.
• Supporting product approvals and customer qualification processes.
• Preparing quotations and conducting price and contract negotiations.
• Monitoring orders and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Working closely with Supply Chain, Technical, and Marketing teams.
• Analyzing market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments.
• Actively contributing to the achievement of sales and profitability targets.

Skills

• At least three years of experience in Sales or Business Development within the food ingredients industry, preferably in the meat or delicatessen sector.
• A degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Life Sciences, or a comparable qualification.
• A passion for building long-term customer relationships and developing new business opportunities.
• A self-driven, structured, and results-oriented working style.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of technological processes in meat processing, or a willingness to develop this expertise.
• Experience working with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent Turkish and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• A valid Category B driving license and willingness to travel within Türkiye.

Benefits

• An exciting sales role with a high level of responsibility and autonomy.
• The opportunity to actively shape the market and achieve visible results.
• Collaboration within an international environment.
• Short decision-making processes and an open company culture.
• A team built on trust, respect, and collaboration.

Does This Sound Like You?

We look forward to getting to know you.