This is a chance to join an International manufacturer of clean label ingredients who lead in their respective categories. This role will take on responsibility for the UK, Ireland and Nordics. You will manage direct customer relationships with key accounts along with managing distributor relationships in your regions.
- Develop and execute account plans and commercial strategies for existing and new customers across the UK, Ireland and Nordics region.
- Identify new business opportunities and drive profitable growth in line with agreed sales objectives.
- Monitor market developments, industry trends, customer needs, and competitive activities, providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders.
- Build strong customer relationships and act as a trusted advisor for both commercial and technical discussions.
- Negotiate and close commercial agreements while ensuring excellent sales support and after-sales service.
- Support the successful introduction of new products, concepts, and innovations.
- Develop, maintain, and expand a strong professional network within the Food & Beverage industry.
- Ensure accurate reporting and pipeline management through the company’s CRM and other digital tools.
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of the food ingredients market and customer landscape.
- 5+ years of commercial experience within the food ingredients industry.
- Proven experience selling value-added ingredients, solutions, services, or innovations.
- Strong network within the Food & Beverage sector in the UK, Ireland and Nordics.
- Experience working in an international B2B environment.