BENELUX Technical Sales Manager Food Ingredients Distribution

pulliPlease apply with an English CV /lilithis is a B2B Job and not for candidates from Hotels, Restaurants .or from FMCG /liliMust have for this position is a Degree in Food Technology /liliyou will work remote in BENELUX after the training period /liliYou are fluent in bDutch, French and English /b. /li /ulpGFIC is recruiting /ppfor an international value added Food Ingredients Distributor working in almost 40 Countries in Europe, West Asia and Africa the /ppbTechnical Sales Manager BENELUX /b /ppMy client has a subsidiary in Belgium. /pulliEvery day, our technical experts support customers in developing new food products or optimising existing recipes and processes. We work with bhigh‑quality ingredients, additives, nutrients and functional systems /b from internationally renowned suppliers — and this is where you come in. /liliOur customer service team ensures smooth logistics and flawless delivery, while our strong quality and food‑safety certifications guarantee reliability throughout the entire process. /li /ulpOur mission is clear:br/bWe connect world‑class ingredient manufacturers with food and pharmaceutical producers. /b /pulliYou will sell valued added Food Ingredients to the Food and Beverage Industry /liliYou will be responsible for the business development of a selection of food ingredients in different branches for the food industry. /li /ulh3Tasks /h3pbYour Role /b /ppAs Technical Sales Manager, you will drive the commercial success of our growing portfolio of ingredients, additives, nutrients and functional systems for the food, health and pharmaceutical industries. /ppYour responsibilities include: /pulliProviding bsolution‑oriented technical advice /b to customers and keeping suppliers informed about market developments. /liliSupporting bproduct and application development /b together with our product specialists and application technologists. /liliManaging and expanding business with existing customers while actively developing new opportunities across the Benelux region. /liliAchieving your sales targets and driving projects from first contact to successful implementation. /liliWorking closely with our customer service team to ensure smooth operational execution. /liliAnalysis of the market and the product range of our suppliers to find new potentials /liliResponsible for making market strategy, purchasing, and selling of assigned Product-groups /liliBuilding a close relationship with our suppliers and customers /liliVisits of customers, analysis of their needs, creation of value propositions /liliParticipation in production trials at the customer/implementation of small-scale trials in the application kitchen /liliProject management in close cooperation with the responsible Customer Service Manager /liliAlignment of the sales strategy for the product groups of the suppliers with the help of the Category Managers /liliYou will benefit from numerous pieces of training (internal and abroad) every year. /liliDiscover and understand customer’s needs and develop tailor-made solutions /liliConduct lab, small-scale or industrial trials with customers /liliFollow up offers, payments, … /liliDevelop and execute Sales Budget and forecasts … /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliYou have a btechnical background /b in Food Technoloy /liliYou combine technical understanding with a bstrong commercial mindset /b. /liliYou recognise opportunities, build long‑term relationships and communicate with integrity and respect. /liliYou are dynamic, results‑driven and passionate about what you do. /liliYou think in solutions and enjoy innovating together with customers. /liliYou are fluent in bDutch, French and English /b. /liliyou are comfortable with MS Office; experience with ERP or CRM is a plus. /liliYou are willing to travel frequently within the Benelux and occasionally internationally for training, trade fairs and partner meetings. /liliAbility to solve technological problems and passion for food product development /liliexceptionally good communication, negotiation and analytical skills, /lilihigh willingness to travel /lilivery organized, reliable, positive thinking /liliyou have a valid driving license /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliWorking in an international team with lean structures /liliClose cooperation with market-leading, innovative suppliers with excellent products /liliRegular product and application training in our LAB /lilian attractive remuneration package that corresponds to your experience and qualifications. In addition, a performance-related commission. /lililaptop + mobile phone /liliOngoing training on Sales and Project management, and on technological know-how /liliAttractive compensation package: Salary to match performance, company car, business tools. /li /ulpA varied, independent role with plenty of room for bpersonal development and growth /b. /ppTailored training and coaching to help you become a fully‑fledged Technical Sales Manager. /ppBroad responsibilities in a company with strong international connections and the chance to shape our future /ppA competitive salary package aligned with your experience — including a company car. /ppHybrid work options after your onboarding period. /ppThe opportunity to strengthen a small, motivated and friendly team. /pulliPlease apply with an English CV /liliPlease use bullet points /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr