European commercial director for fruits and vegetables powder m/f/d

This Job is not about selling fresh fruits. This job is about selling fruit and vegetable powders as ingredients to food producers. Products are made from Freeze Drying, Air Drying, Vacuum Drying, Spray Drying etc. Geiger Food Ingredients Recruitment & Consulting is searching for an international Food Ingredients Company the European Commercial Director for Fruits and Vegetables Powder m/f/d. About the Role Location: Northern Italy. Purpose: To drive sales and marketing efforts of our dehydrated fruits and vegetables in Europe. To facilitate development of new products and build Go-To Market strategies for all products based on a deep understanding of market dynamics. Responsibilities Analyse data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends regarding the product and category. Create and develop a strategic long term plan for the development of the category. Develop a Go-To-Market strategy for new products. Build and drive relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and profitability across regions and products. Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories. Create forecasts for product demand to ensure sustainability of inventory. Manage budget development and revenue for the category. Develop strong working relationships with buying, marketing and merchandising teams. Create strategy for the dehydrated category for us globally. Ensure product availability at all times through accurate forecasting techniques. Qualifications Degree in Food Technology and if possible MBA. Fluent in English and if possible Italian. Global experience. Required Skills Proven Sales and marketing experience in Food & Flavour industry internationally in a similar organisation. Experienced in Food Ingredients industry. Technical exposure. Detailed understanding of product development and management with a good grasp on Go-To-Market strategies. Must have at least 7 years of category / product management experience. Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles. Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods. Preferred Skills Strong leadership skill with a proven ability to lead and execute strategic business initiatives. Great analytical skills and strong attention to detail, with an ability to navigate in a start-up mode. Ability to work in ambiguous situations and remain flexible. Proactive, inquisitive, passionate, who relishes taking ownership. Strong presentation and communication skills. Result focused and committed. Strong interpersonal skills. Pay range and compensation package Must have: Please apply only if you have experience in Flavours, Extracts/F&V Powders. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr