(Senior) Key Account Manager (m/f/d) - Northern Italy

(Senior) Key Account Manager (m/f/d) – Northern Italy

Market Entry | Business Development | Sales

Location:

Remote / Home Office in Northern Italy (Greater Bologna area)

About SodaTASTE – Drink different with a new drink!

SodaTASTE is revolutionizing the way people drink water. As a leading European manufacturer of CO₂ cylinders, we focus on innovative and sustainable beverage solutions.

Our patented technology brings natural flavors directly into the water through the CO₂ cylinder – without syrup or sugar. In addition to our established presence in the food retail sector, we manufacture private-label products for well-known European retailers such as Kaufland.

To support our international expansion, we are looking for an experienced (Senior) Key Account Manager (m/f/d) who will be responsible for market entry and growth in France and the Benelux countries.

Your Responsibilities

• Market Development: Strategic establishment and expansion of our business in France and Benelux, focusing on securing product listings in regional and national food retail.
• Private Label: Development and sales of customized private-label solutions for leading retailers.
• Key Account Management: Acquisition and management of strategic retail partners, as well as independently conducting annual negotiations and product listing negotiations.
• Sales Responsibility: Management of sales, budgets, margins, and customer profitability (P&L).
• Market and Network Development: Building long-term customer relationships, identifying new market opportunities, and working closely with internal departments.

Your Profile

• Experience: Several years of professional experience (ideally 5–8 years or more) in FMCG sales or Key Account Management.
• Industry Network: Proven sales success and ideally existing contacts with decision-makers in the French and/or Benelux food retail sector.
• Languages & Location: Residence in France, the Netherlands, or Belgium, as well as native-level proficiency in French and/or Dutch. Business-fluent English is required; German is an advantage.
• Personality: Strategic thinking, strong customer acquisition and negotiation skills, as well as an independent, results-oriented approach to work.
• Qualifications: A degree in Business Administration or a comparable commercial qualification.

What We Offer

• Scope for Development: A responsible key position in the development of new international markets.
• Flexibility: 100% remote work with a high degree of personal responsibility.
• Company Culture: Flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes, and a respectful, appreciative working environment.
• Prospects: A growing company with innovative products and attractive development opportunities.

Have We Sparked Your Interest?

We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV, relevant evidence of success in food retail, salary expectations, and earliest possible starting date.