Sales Manager, Europe - Food & Beverage Ingredients

Job description

About

Alexander Steele have partnered with a global leader that specialize in the distribution of specialty food & nutritional ingredients.

To expand our client's EMEA business, we are seeking a home-office based Sales Manager across distinct regions: UK (Northern Europe), OR DACH (Central Europe). This role will drive sales of food additives including acidulants, amino acids, preservatives, antioxidants, hydrocolloids, phosphates, sweeteners, and plant-based proteins.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international ingredients business and take ownership of a key regional territory. You will work closely with global and regional product managers to shape commercial strategy, grow existing accounts, and win new business across your designated markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with global and regional product managers to define and develop the targeted product portfolio, countries, and market segments in order to achieve sustainable and profitable growth.
• Design and execute a commercial strategy and plan encompassing priority countries and regions, products, volumes, and sales targets.
• Build and deepen commercial relationships with existing customers while actively prospecting for new accounts to grow market share.
• Conduct regular market intelligence reviews and communicate insights on products, customers, prospects, and competitors to relevant stakeholders.
• Travel regularly within your designated region to meet customers, attend industry events, and develop your professional network.

What We're Looking For

• A results-driven sales professional who thrives on building lasting customer relationships and excels in an entrepreneurial, high-autonomy environment.
• A self-starter with a hands-on, self-motivated approach and the ability to work independently
• Highly analytical, with a structured and organised approach to business development.
• A strong network and a proven track record in sales, business development, and trade within the food ingredients or related industry vertical across European markets.
• Previous experience in international chemical or ingredients trading is a strong advantage
• Excellent communication skills with a high level of negotiating and influencing ability, both written and verbal.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; additional European language skills are a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our company and helps us better serve our customers and communities.

Due to a large number of applicants, if you have not heard back from the team at Alexander Steele after 14 days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English