Sales Manager Human Nutrition - Europe

The job

For our Manuchar Europe department, we are looking for a sales profile with focus on the Food industry. The sales area of the products is Europe with concentration on the Benelux countries, Germany and France.

Your responsibilities:

• As a key member of our team, your primary focus is on developing and maintaining relationships with both existing and potential clients within the dynamic food industry.
• You skillfully negotiate prices for a diverse range of food ingredients and additives. You are responsible for drafting and closely monitoring quotations, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow management.
• On a regular basis, you will maintain contacts with our customers through personal visits and active participation in international trade fairs.
• Together with the Commercial Manager, you will analyze the market and assist in determining the procurement and sales strategies, expanding and optimizing the product, supplier and customer portfolio.
• You fulfill the role of product manager for a specific product, influencing procurement decisions and ensuring optimal stock levels.
• To manage all this, you collaborate closely with various Manuchar colleagues from different departments (Sales, Sourcing, Accounting, Operations, Quality, …).

Your profile

• You hold a least of a bachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of experience in a B2B commercial role, preferably in the food industry. Experience in distribution of trading is a plus.
• Fluent in both Dutch and English, with knowledge of French or German as an additional asset.
• You are proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and you work in a structured and organized way.
• You thrive on the perfect blend of maintaining existing relationships while actively seeking out new opportunities. With your communications skills and empathy, you can build long-term relationships with clients and colleagues.
• With your natural flair for sales and strong negotiation skills, you are ready to tackle any challenge and negotiation.
• Your ambition is obvious, driven by the desire to achieve results in a business brimming with new opportunities. 

Manuchar Offers You

• Enter a dynamic work environment full of variety, with excellent long-term growth prospects in an international setting where you have the opportunity to fully develop your talents.
• Enjoy an attractive salary package, including a range of fringe benefits such as company car, meal vouchers, hospitalization insurance, and a collective bonus, acknowledging your dedication and contribution.
• Step into an open and multicultural work environment, surrounded by knowledgeable and inspiring colleagues who keep the atmosphere vibrant.
• At our company, the well-being of our employees is paramount. We offer health and wellness programs and regularly organize opportunities to connect and relax with your colleagues.

A Multinational of Belgian Origin

Manuchar, headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium, is a leading distributor of ingredients, additives and chemicals. We complement our Distribution business with International Trade Services in steel, polymers, and various other raw materials.

In 2023, we handled 4 million metric tons of goods, resulting in a turnover of 2.4 billion USD. Our local operations are active in more than 40 countries and 140 locations. Manuchar employs 2,800 professionals worldwide.

At Manuchar, "We keep your production running. Always. Everywhere."

Interested?

If you're up for the challenge and want to join an internationally fast-growing team of dynamic colleagues, then submit your detailed CV through our online platform CVWarehouse.