Lead the strategic development of a diverse food ingredients portfolio, including starches, sweeteners, proteins, hydrocolloids, nutraceuticals, and flavour systems. Based in Barcelona, you'll balance technical expertise with commercial insight to strengthen product performance across bakery, dairy, beverages, savoury, and nutrition sectors.
What You'll Do
- Oversee product lifecycle management, from supplier coordination to market launch, ensuring alignment with market demand and regulatory standards
- Analyse pricing, margins, and inventory levels to optimise commercial performance
- Identify opportunities to expand the portfolio through new products or supplier partnerships
- Act as main liaison for assigned suppliers, negotiating agreements and managing commercial terms
- Develop go-to-market strategies, sales tools, and technical materials to support regional sales teams
- Deliver product training, customer presentations, and application support across European markets
- Represent the business at trade events such as Fi Europe and Vitafoods
- Collaborate with logistics, quality, regulatory, and marketing teams to ensure product availability and compliance
- Support digital transformation initiatives, including CRM and online product catalogues
Requirements
- Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field
- 3–7+ years of experience in food ingredients, B2B food manufacturing, or distribution
- Deep understanding of food applications across key categories
- Fluent English and Spanish (company operates in English)
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and drive results
- Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with European suppliers or customers
Technical Stack
- CRM platforms
- Product data management systems
- Online catalogues
Benefits
- €55,000 fixed annual salary
- Performance bonus
- Company car
