Area Sales Manager - DACH Region

Remote Position: Based in Germany or Belgium

I am currently partnering with an innovative European biotechnology and food ingredients company specializing in fermentation-based ingredients and natural preservation solutions. Their products support customers across the food, feed, cosmetics, and industrial sectors, helping improve food safety, extend shelf life, and enhance product quality and sustainability.

As part of their continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Food Ingredients Sales Manager to develop and grow the DACH region. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, commercially driven individual who is passionate about building customer relationships, driving growth, and joining a highly innovative business with strong international reach.

Responsibilities

- Develop and execute the regional sales strategy to achieve revenue, volume, and margin targets.
- Grow sales through new business development, customer management, distributors, and international accounts.




- Monitor sales performance, market trends, forecasts, and competitor activity.
- Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams across sales, marketing, finance, and technical functions.
- Maintain accurate CRM and ERP records and manage commercial issues effectively.

Requirements

- 8+ years sales experience within the DACH region, ideally in food ingredients or a related industry.
- Strong business development, negotiation, and account management skills.
- Ability to create and deliver regional sales plans.
- Commercially driven, analytical, and customer-focused.
- Fluent German and English; willingness to travel across the DACH region.
- Must currently be based in Germany of Belgium.

Due to the high number of applications, if you have not heard back within 14 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

📌 Area sales manager (España)
🏢 Mackenzie Stuart
📍 España