Lead Sales & Partnerships Europe (f/m/d)
As a fast-growing, mission-driven startup committed to revolutionise the food industry, we're assembling a dynamic A-Team!
- Reporting to: Laura Schneider, Head of Sales
- Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Location: Planegg (Onsite)
- Department: Sales & Business Development
We are on a mission to revolutionise the future of food. Driven by a passion for sustainability and innovation, we create groundbreaking food ingredients that break free from the limits of traditional resources, like cocoa. Using only natural ingredients, we aim to reshape the food industry into one that is socially just, environmentally conscious, and full of flavour.
A Taste of What to Expect- Lead and be responsible for strong revenue increase in Europe by successfully growing existing customers and building new business
- Define and implement strategies, processes and tools to establish sustainable revenue growth in Europe;
- Leverage existing network in the chocolate industry to strengthen our business
- Establish strategic partnerships with customers and retailers in Europe, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction
- Lead and develop the European team, strengthening business development efforts to achieve strategic goals
- Create and implement strategies to support our customers and retailers with positioning of ChoViva within their existing product portfolio
- Collaborate closely with marketing, procurement, production, R&D, and operations to align on key objectives
- Regular KPI reporting and strategic alignments with Head of Sales and CEO.
- Minimum 5 years of B2B Sales experience in Chocolate Industry, Food Ingredient Supply for Chocolate Industry or Confectionary Industry
- At least 3 years of experience leading a B2B Sales Team, preferably managing sales in the DACH region or Europe
- Established network within the confectionary industry across DACH and Europe
- Proven track record of growing existing customer accounts and establishing new business opportunities
- Experience in team building and people development
- Fluency in German & English is required
- Strong passion for sustainability and food, alongside with the motivation to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
VALUESAt Planet A Foods we are deeply committed to our values. We believe in the power of:
- Fellowship: where a shared vision can only be realized through teamwork, and we strive to enable each other’s success.
- On Discovery: we thrive on encouraging curiosity and innovation to create extraordinary solutions for a better world.
- Creating Impact: through science and passion, we make meaningful progress on our journey.
- Just Do It: we have a take-action philosophy, favoring decisive steps over endless discussions.
- Delicious, healthy lunches, and constant access to snacks and drinks to keep you energised throughout the day.
- A personalised MacBook Pro to support your work.
- Sensory Experiences: as we are making chocolate, we regularly have chocolate tastings to evaluate the taste, colour, and aroma of existing and future recipes, so you can actively contribute to our innovations!
- 30 days of holiday each year to recharge and pursue personal interests.
- Urban Sports Club Discount: we encourage you to stay active and healthy :)
- Employees with cars are welcome to use designated parking spaces.
- Events to build and strengthen our team.
- Chocolate. Every. Single. Day. Do we even need to explain this?
As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Join us on our journey to make an impact on the planet through sustainable food. Apply now and help shape the future of food!