Sales Manager - Food Ingredients

Our client, an international company specialised in the development and commercialisation of active ingredients and commodities, with a strong focus on the food and personal care sector, looking to expand its presence in Spain, is now seeking a Senior Technical Sales Manager to strengthen its position in the market.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio of approximately 70-80 clients in Spain and Portugal.

• Identify new business opportunities and expand market share within the food segment.

• Provide technical support and expert advice to clients, ensuring long-term partnerships.

• Build strong relationships with international suppliers and act as a key point of contact for the Iberian region.

• Travel across Spain and Portugal to visit clients, trade fairs, and partners.

• Collaborate closely with the internal team to drive growth and deliver exceptional service.

Requirements:

• Solid professional experience in technical sales within the food ingredients sector.

• Strong technical knowledge combined with excellent commercial and negotiation skills.

• Fluent in English (daily contact with international suppliers).

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field is a plus, though not essential.

• Willingness to travel occasionally within Iberia.

What's on offer:

• Opportunity to join a specialised and growing sector within a stable, international group.

• Competitive fixed salary + performance bonus according to experience.

• Hybrid work model (2 days home office per week).

• Company car and mileage covered.

• The chance to be part of a dynamic team with real impact on business development in Iberia.

If you are looking for a new challenge where you can combine your technical expertise and sales drive to shape the future of oleochemicals in the food industry, we would love to hear from you.