Sales Account Manager Industrial Food Ingredients
GrapefruteUtrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
Posted September 26, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Grapefrute is a talent acquisition expert for innovation and R&D in consumer goods and life sciences. We specialize in executive searches and finding specialists and leadership for innovative companies, using smarter systems to fill in-demand, competitive roles. Our experience in the industry, understanding of our candidates, and partnerships with companies allow us to be more proactive, creative, and competitive than other recruiting firms. Our clients are innovators in: Nutrition | Personal Care | Pharma | Consumer Healthcare | Biotechnology | Chemicals Grapefrute, Smarter searches. Creative matching. Real passion.
Job Description
Cargill's food and bioindustrial business seeks a Sales Account Manager to focus on manufacturing, retailers, and foodservice companies in the EMEA region. This role involves direct business development with SMEs, identifying customer needs, and recommending products and solutions to maximize revenue and profitability. The position is in an in-person, virtual customer-facing capacity.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant commercial work experience
- Good knowledge of English and German
- Preferred - Proven negotiation and selling experience
- 2+ years B2B industrial experience
- SAP, Salesforce, Excel Pivot
- Experience in Food Ingredients (Cocoa & Chocolate, Starches, Sweeteners, Edible Oils)
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Outstanding career development opportunities
- Fast-paced and stimulating international environment