Strategic and Analytical Mindset Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities combined with a strategic, results-oriented approach. International and Intercultural Competence Strong intercultural skills with experience working in cross-functional and international teams.
For the sales team in Rijkevoort with focus on the regions Europe and Africa, we are searching for a professional and commercial driven International Key Account Manager. YOUR PROFILE Bachelor or Master degree, for example in Food Technology, Chemical Technology or Business Management Relevant international B2B sales experience in the food & beverage business with value add products for industrial customers Proven track record in growing the business based on partnership relations, with a proactive customer approach resulting in closing deals Excited by stimulating product innovation processes, both at customers and internally Capable of managing the interactions between key customers and own colleagues at various functional levels Comfortable working in an international business environment with regular international travelling (up to 35%) Excellent communication and presentation skills, with fluency in English and preferably a good command of other European languages Fits with the culture of an entrepreneurial and customer focussed company Personal skills: strategic vision, commercial driven, hunter, well organised, convincing, taking decisions, ownership and team player.
IHRE NEUE HERAUSFORDERUNG Responsible for the performance and growth of one of the product categories (to be further assigned) for the region Europe & AMEAP (Africa, Middle East, Asia Pacific)Composing and implementing the category plan in line with the business strategyManaging the product & brand portfolio, by optimising and rationalising existing products and by introducing and implementing new product innovationsSupporting the international sales organisation by joining customer visits and making proactive plans for key accountsMonitoring and improving the profitability of the product categoryEnsuring effective communication with respect to specifications, features & benefits and market competitive positioningActivating new initiatives for further development and growth of the product categoryWorking closely together with regional and local Marketing & Sales colleagues and other functional disciplines like R&D, Supply Chain and FinanceReporting to the VP Marketing and NPD for Europe & AMEAP DAS BRINGEN SIE MIT Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, for example in Economics, Business Science or TechnologyRelevant work experience in international marketing of food products, preferably covering both FMCG marketing and B2B marketingGood understanding and financial awareness of the total value chain, from procurement towards sales of ingredient mixes and final productsStrong cross functional and project management skills and a can-do mentality to realise a multitude of projects within set targets and time framesExcellent communication and presentation skills, in an international business environment, requiring regular travelling (30-40%)Personal skills: helicopter view, customer focus, building trust, results driven, action oriented, courage and adaptability DAS ANGEBOT FÜR SIE If you are interested in this position, please contact Hans Hilbrands, telephone: +31 (0)317-468686 / +31 (0)6-51025152 or apply through our website or e-mail your written application to .
Ihre Aufgaben Gesamtprojektleitung für Kundenaufträge Entwicklung von Projektablaufplänen Verantwortung für den Projekterfolg (Kosten, Zahlungen, Termine und Qualität) Steuerung und Koordination des Projektteams und aller Schnittstellen Technische und kommerzielle Auftragsklärung Kaufmännisches Controlling des Projektes, Terminverfolgung und Projektreporting Change und Claim Management Bewertung von Chancen und Risiken auf Grundlage der Projektrisikoprüfung (PRIP) Koordination des Eskalationsmanagements; Lösung von Konflikten Durchführung von Projektreviews und Erfahrungsaustausch mit Beteiligten Vorbereitung der Baustellenphase sowie Baustellensteuerung in enger Zusammenarbeit mit dem Bauleiter Projektsteuerung bis zur mängelfreien Übergabe an Kunden und After Sales Service Ihr Profil Vorzugsweise kombinierte technisch-kaufmännische Ausbildung (Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen, Maschinenbau/Brauwesen und Betriebswirtschaft oder vergleichbar) Mehrjährige Berufserfahrung und gute Kenntnisse in Projektmanagementmethoden und/oder im technischen Vertrieb wünschenswert Praxiserfahrung im Einsatz als Projektmanager für Projekte im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, möglichst in der Lebensmittel-/Getränkeindustrie von Vorteil Verhandlungssicheres Englisch, sowie Kenntnisse in einer weiteren Fremdsprache (vorzugsweise Französisch, Spanisch oder Portugiesisch) wünschenswert Zielorientierte und strukturierte Arbeitsweise, sowie Teamfähigkeit, Durchsetzungsstärke und adäquate Umgangsformen Sicheres, effizientes Zeitmanagement und flexibler Arbeitseinsatz nach Projekterfordernis Bereitschaft zu regelmäßigen Dienstreisen und internationalen Auslandsaufenthalten (ca. 15% Reiseanteil) Einsatzort: Dortmund ǀ Nordrhein-Westfalen
Abgeschlossenes betriebswirtschaftliches Studium oder eine kaufmännische Ausbildung mit vergleichbarer Zusatzqualifikation Vertriebserfahrung, idealerweise mit Investitionsgütern oder in der Legehennenhaltung Sicheres Auftreten, Kommunikationsstärke und Freude an internationalen Kundengesprächen Sehr gute Kenntnisse der englischen Sprache in Wort und Schrift Hohe Eigeninitiative, Organisationstalent sowie Reisebereitschaft Viel mehr als nur ein Job!
Knowledge of relevant geography, with experience working with international teams and within Logistic business is beneficial. Strong analytical and conceptual skills together with excellent spoken and written communication skills which includes fluent Business English and one of the Nordic Languages preferably Swedish.
YOUR PROFILE Bachelor/Master degree, for example in Food Technology, Chemistry or an equivalent Relevant experience with international regulatory affairs, product specifications and compliance in the B2B and/or B2C food business Actual and in-depth knowledge about international food law, ingredients and formulations, product quality and auditing standards Proven leadership capabilities and excited to manage, facilitate and connect international teams spread over various locations Good understanding about the total food business chain, from raw materials to final consumer products; able to build close relationships with other functional disciplines like Marketing, R&D, QA, Purchasing and Operations Familiar with working and travelling in an international business setting; home base in The Netherlands or close to one of the European locations Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all internal and external levels Personal skills: strategic vision, pro-active, problem solving, well organised, collaborative, independent, takes decisions, results driven and pragmatic.
PROFILE MSc or PhD degree in Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Toxicology or a similar education Relevant management experience in a comparable role in the food contact materials sector like ink, packaging, chemicals or related industries Up to date chemical knowledge and familiar with relevant international legislation and requirements, such as EPA & TSCA, REACH, Direct Food Contact regulations i.e. Swiss and German ordinance Has external focus and understands international market dynamics Understanding of the graphical or packaging market is an advantage Team player with a results driven mindset, whilst remaining accurate and standing firm when needed Comfortable working in an international organisation with various stakeholders; the opportunity of hybrid working from a home office, preferably in combination with working in a Flint Group office or at a plant in Europe Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills and a strong communicator, both in writing and speaking; fluency in English and German, other languages preferred Personal skills: proactive, business acumen, client focus, setting priorities, well organised, getting things done mentality, creative in problem solving and pragmatic.
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