About Chr. Olesen Group

Chr.

Olesen

Group is a leading international distribution company specializing in vitamins, minerals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients for the feed, food, pharma, and technical industries. With products sourced primarily from Asia, we proudly serve esteemed customers worldwide. As a family-owned business led by the 4th and 5th generations, we combine significant turnover with a close-knit team, making our roles both challenging and rewarding. Discover more about our fascinating history at www.chr-olesen.dk.

About the Role

We are looking for a Commercial Manager – Hydrocolloids to take overall responsibility for the global Hydrocolloids category, including strategy, sales, profitability, product portfolio, supplier management, and business development.

The position combines global category management with direct commercial responsibility, working closely with regional sales teams, strategic suppliers, and key customers worldwide.

The successful candidate will be responsible for growing sales and margins, developing new markets and applications, strengthening supplier relationships, and identifying new business opportunities globally.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement the global strategy for the Hydrocolloids category.
- Take direct responsibility for global sales, profitability, and achievement of annual business development targets.
- Develop strategic customers and key accounts worldwide.
- Identify new markets, applications, and business opportunities.
- Manage and develop the global Hydrocolloids product portfolio, including new product launches and application development projects.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and manufacturers.




- Monitor global market trends, competition, pricing, and supply developments.
- Represent the company at international trade fairs, conferences, and customer meetings.

Key Skills for Success

- We are looking for a commercially strong and entrepreneurial profile. You are likely to succeed if you:
- Have 5+ years of experience within Hydrocolloids, Food Ingredients, or Specialty Ingredients
- Possess strong knowledge of ingredients such as Carrageenan, Pectin, Gelatin, Modified Starches, Tara Gum, and related solutions
- Have proven experience driving commercial growth and business development
- Are experienced in supplier management and strategic customer development
- Demonstrate strong commercial acumen combined with technical product understanding
- Have excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Are comfortable working across cultures and international markets
- Are fluent in English and Spanish; additional languages are considered an advantage
- Are willing to travel internationally

Why Chr. Olesen Group?

- General Exposure: Work with a diverse team across multiple countries and gain invaluable international experience.
- Career Growth: We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Entrepreneurial Environment: Be part of a company where initiative, ownership, and commercial drive are valued.
- Industry Influence: Contribute to the growth and development of a key ingredient category within a global organization.

Are You Our New Commercial Manager? If you are passionate about Hydrocolloids, business development, and driving growth in an international environment, we look forward to hearing from you.

📌 Commercial Manager - Hydrocolloids (Comunidad de Madrid)
🏢 Chr. Olesen Group
📍 Comunidad de Madrid