Are you passionate about alternative protein? Look no further! We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team and to proudly represent our alternative protein brands and further develop the category!
We are a fine food distributor who select the best ingredients from the word and share them with our customers. We are searching for an individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, a sense of ownership and accountability who can work within a budget while creating maximum impact to join our dynamic team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or in a similar role within the hospitality industry or strong sales experience
• Deep knowledge of the alternative protein/plant-based/food tech industry including suppliers, brands, customers and trends
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
• Ability to be self motivated with and entrepreneurial sprit willing to take ownership of tasks

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy with a focus on driving growth of the brands within the alternative protein category
• Build and maintain relationships with key accounts across the horeca sector
• Identify and build a strong customer pipeline and converting potential leads into new accounts
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to share input and insight to marketing campaigns
• Maintain relationships with beverage suppliers and work closely together to develop and execute sales strategies
• Train and educate sales teams on the features, benefits, and selling techniques for the alternative protein
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging beverages, competitor activities and potential opportunities