For an international Food Ingredients Distributor located in Europe and Africa, we are looking for the Country Manager / Geschftsfhrer Germany Ingredients Distribution You are in charge of a team of 15: Technical Sales Managers, Customer Service representatives, Accountants, etc. You act as Country Manager/Team Leader and Technical Sales Manager for a product group. Products are value-added products from well-known suppliers. Office-based and home office based. Must have for this position: Team leading experience. Master''s Degree in Food Technology. Ability to solve technological problems and a passion for developing food products. Deep knowledge of value-added food ingredients. Fluent in German and English. You will apply with a CV and Cover letter (this is also a must). Please apply in English. Tasks Develop commercial and product strategies for specified ingredients. Analyze the market and product range of our suppliers to find new potentials. Create strong relationships with our suppliers and customers. Visit customers, analyze their needs, create a value proposition. Attend production trials at customers / make small-scale trials in the application kitchen. Project management in close cooperation with a dedicated Customer Service Manager. Align sales strategy for suppliers product groups under the supervision of Product managers and Country managers. Responsible for making market strategy, purchasing, and selling of assigned product groups in Germany. Building a close relationship with our suppliers and customers. Discover and understand customers needs and develop tailor-made solutions. Conduct lab, small-scale, or industrial trials with customers. Follow up offers, payments, etc. Develop and execute Sales Budget and forecasts. Requirements Degree in Food Technology Must have. Ability to solve technological problems and passion for food product development. Exceptionally good communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. High willingness to travel. Very organized, reliable, positive thinking. Very good knowledge of German and English (fluent in spoken and written) Must have. You have a valid driving license Must have. Benefits Working in an international team with lean structures. Close cooperation with market-leading, innovative suppliers with excellent products. Regular product and application training in our lab. An attractive remuneration package that corresponds to your experience and qualifications, in addition to a performance-related commission. Ongoing training on Sales and Project management, and on technological know-how. Attractive compensation package: Salary to match performance, company car, business tools. Please apply with an English CV and a Motivation Letter (both documents are a must). #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Germany Geschftsfhrer/Country Manager Food Ingredients Distribution m/f/d