Accountmanager

Green Boy Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

401K plan

Health and dental coverage

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Equipment provided

Job summary

Green Boy Group in Chicago is seeking a Commercial Ingredients Manager to drive growth of our plant-based ingredient portfolio across the USA, identifying new opportunities and strengthening relationships with suppliers and customers to support long-term success.

You will collaborate with internal Operations and Quality teams to ensure smooth contract execution and align sales strategies with company objectives, while navigating international and domestic markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5–10 years of commercial experience in international specialty ingredients or commodity trade.
• Experience in pet food is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of results.
• Strong negotiation skills with a collaborative, win‑win mindset.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-25%.
• Be part of an excellent culture that holds true to company values.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities for plant-based ingredients across the USA and international markets.
• Develop and manage customer and supplier relationships, building long-term strategic partnerships.
• Optimize and expand existing partner relationships to drive sustainable growth.
• Develop and implement an annual sales strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Negotiate commercial agreements with a focus on mutually beneficial, long‑term outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth contract execution and operational follow-through.
• Monitor market trends, pricing developments, and competitive activity in the plant-based and specialty ingredient space.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

At Green Boy (www.greenboy.com), we believe the future of food is plant-powered. As consumers around the world look for healthier and more sustainable options, Green Boy is here to help food manufacturers meet the growing demand by providing the highest-quality non‑GMO, organic, and plant-based ingredients available.

Since 2016, Green Boy has been supplying innovative food and beverage brands across the globe with ingredients that nourish both people and the planet. With offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Sydney, Green Boy's mission is simple: to drive the Plant-Based Food Reformation™ forward and make sustainable eating accessible, enjoyable, and impactful for generations to come.

Green Boy Group is looking for a Commercial Ingredients Manager to support the continued growth of our plant-based ingredient portfolio across the United States of America!

In this role, you will identify and develop new business opportunities for plant-based, NON‑GMO, and organic ingredients, while strengthening relationships with existing partners. You will play a key role in expanding Green Boy's commercial footprint across the USA and beyond, helping food, pet food, feed, and industrial manufacturers meet the growing global demand for sustainable ingredient solutions.

As part of Green Boy's Commercial Team, you will collaborate closely with Green Boy's internal Operations, Quality Teams to ensure seamless execution of contracts and long-term partner success. If you are entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and motivated by the future of plant-based innovation, this is an opportunity to grow with a company driving the Plant-Based Food Reformation™ forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities for plant-based ingredients across the USA and international markets.
• Develop and manage customer and supplier relationships, building long-term strategic partnerships.
• Optimize and expand existing partner relationships to drive sustainable growth.
• Develop and implement an annual sales strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Negotiate commercial agreements with a focus on mutually beneficial, long‑term outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth contract execution and operational follow-through.
• Monitor market trends, pricing developments, and competitive activity in the plant-based and specialty ingredient space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5-10 years of commercial experience in international specialty ingredients or commodity trade (food, pet food or industrial ingredients sectors).
• Experience in pet food is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of results.
• Strong negotiation skills with a collaborative, win‑win mindset.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-25%.
• Be part of an excellent culture that holds true to company values.
• Be part of a supportive and talented team.
• Opportunities for career development.
• Bonus of 20-25% of yearly salary based on KPI's.
• 401K (retirement plan) after probation period.
• Health and Dental care after first 30 days.
• 15 days of paid vacation per year.
• 6 days of paid sick leave per year (unused sick days may roll over into your paid vacation balance).
• All necessary equipment (phone/laptop).

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