Technical Sales Manager - Dairy (Raw Materials)
About the Job
A globally active organisation in the specialty raw‑materials sector is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to support ongoing growth within its Food division. The company partners with manufacturers across multiple food categories, offering high‑quality ingredients, application expertise, and value‑driven solutions. With a strong culture centred on collaboration, respect, and long‑term customer partnerships, the business continues to expand its presence across key European markets.
Your Tasks
- Manage sales and product portfolios across food‑industry raw materials, ensuring strong customer engagement and market positioning.
- Provide technical and commercial support, offering formulation guidance and solution‑oriented product recommendations.
- Develop and expand relationships across B2B customers including food producers, processors, and specialised manufacturers within the dairy segment.
- Identify new raw materials, applications, and customer opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.
- Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and market insights to support strategic decision‑making.
- Attend industry conferences, trade fairs, and networking events to maintain strong market visibility.
Your Profile
- Academic background in chemical engineering, natural sciences, food technology, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong experience in sales or product management of food ingredients or raw materials, ideally with exposure to dairy applications and the wider dairy network.
- Demonstrated success influencing and supporting B2B technical and commercial stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation and decision‑making skills with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and commercial functions.
- Willingness to travel regularly, including frequent visits to customers and partners in the south of Germany.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities.
- Fluency in English; additional European languages are an advantage.
What's on Offer
- A dynamic role within a growing international organisation with a supportive, collaborative culture.
- Competitive compensation package with benefits aligned to experience and performance.
- Opportunities for technical training, ongoing development, and long‑term career progression.
- The chance to influence commercial strategy and support growth within a core Food ingredients portfolio.
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