Key Account Manager

Make a difference by becoming part of the No. 1 protein snack manufacturer worldwide as Key Account Manager at Link Snacks.
Our spacious and modern HQislocatedinthe vibrant Amsterdam and includes a highly international team with more than 25 different nationalities. Our EMEA team is committed to continuing its impressive EMEA expansion one bite at a time and becoming the regional leader in branded protein snacks.
This position has a hybrid working model and our office is in Dusseldorf you will be reporting to the Group KAM EDEKA.

In this position you will define and follow up on business opportunities and approaches to build profitable sales growth (value profit and volume) and market share by developing strategy tactics sales plans and profit targets for the German market. Your responsibilities will include:

• Successfully launch product lines focusing on Edeka both nationally and regionally for the BiFi and Jack Links brands.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships within the Edeka retail channel acting as the primary point of contact.
• Close collaboration with Field Force to implement the sales strategy and execution at POS
• Work in close collaboration with Operations Finance Trade-Marketing Logistic Category Management and Customer Service to ensure financial and commercial targets achievement
• Contribute to business plans using a category approach to achieve goals and to drive growth
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and potential accounts
• Lead regional negotiations on pricing and terms to ensure profitable outcomes and support the Group Account Manager in the national negotiations.
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Monitor and report on sales performance providing regular updates to senior management.
• Plan and execute promotional activities and sales campaigns in coordination with the marketing team.
• Address and resolve any customer issues or complaints promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Provide accurate and timely sales forecasts to senior management
• Manage Budget responsibility and customer claims within LSI guidelines.
• Embrace the Jack Links culture incorporating its values into everyday work life acting as a culture ambassador and brand steward.

Qualifications :

EU Citizenship and/or valid work permit is required. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position. All applications must be submitted in English as it is the companys corporate language.

• Bachelors Degree and/or Masters Degree in Business Administration Sales or similar field
• At least 4 years of work experience in KAM Sales or Category Management within FMCG; Retail or similar industry
• Experience in impulse category would be valuable
• Highly entrepreneurial independent and self-motivated.
• Negotiation Skills: Achieves mutually beneficial agreements through effective communication influence problem-solving and relationship management.
• Customer & Relationship Management: Network capabilities and able to maintain strong relationships with customers and colleagues by demonstrating empathy effective communication collaboration and negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Business Acuem & Decision Making: Applies business knowledge and sound judgment to analyze situations evaluate risks and opportunities and make informed decisions that support organizational objectives.
• Execution & Results Orientation: Takes initiative acts decisively and demonstrates resilience in overcoming challenges to consistently achieve goals and deliver high-quality results.
• Excellent language and communication skills in both German and English

Additional Information :

Our benefits
At Link Snacksyoullfind a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports performance flexibility and employee well-being!

• A permanent employment contract with competitive salaryandan excellent bonusscheme(above market)
• Car Allowance
• In addition to public holidays you willbenefitfrom30days of paid annual leave to rest recharge andmaintaina healthy worklife balance.
• Hybrid working model
• Company PensionScheme
• Health Benefits
• Bicycle Leasing Program
• You will be part of a vibrantdynamicand international team!Throughout the year we organize a variety of team activities and initiatives designed to strengthen collaboration encourage knowledge sharing and fostera strong senseof belonging.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Link Snacks rovides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic that is protected by federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Department / Functional Area: Sales
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1