Lead the technical sales strategy for a diverse portfolio of food ingredients, additives, nutrients, and functional systems in the Benelux market. This role bridges technical expertise and commercial growth, working directly with food, health, and pharmaceutical clients to develop innovative product solutions. You'll play a central role in identifying customer needs, designing tailored applications, and guiding projects from initial contact to full implementation.
What You'll Do
- Deliver technical guidance to customers and relay market insights back to suppliers
- Collaborate with application technologists and product specialists on new formulations and product development
- Grow existing accounts while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
- Manage end-to-end sales projects, ensuring alignment between technical requirements and operational delivery
- Conduct lab trials, production tests, and on-site customer visits to validate performance
- Develop sales forecasts, manage budgets, and support pricing and purchasing strategies
- Strengthen partnerships with suppliers and align category strategies with business goals
- Follow up on quotations, orders, and payment processes to ensure smooth execution
Requirements
- Degree in Food Technology or a related field
- Fluency in Dutch, French, and English
- Valid driving license with readiness for regular regional travel and occasional international trips
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ERP or CRM systems is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary adjusted to experience, with performance-based commission
- Company car, laptop, and mobile phone provided
- Hybrid work model after initial onboarding
- Access to ongoing training in sales, project management, and technical applications
- Regular hands-on workshops in our application lab
- Opportunities for personal growth within an agile, international organization
- Close collaboration with innovative, market-leading suppliers
- Tailored coaching to support your development as a technical sales professional
- Work within a motivated, close-knit team focused on results and continuous improvement
