Food Service Lead

Our client is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world. They are a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While they are co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, their brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

Role Description: 

• We have an excellent opportunity available for a Foodservice Lead role in France to make a difference. 
• The position is part of the French Foodservice team where you will be working alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. 
• Purpose of the position: Ensure profitable development of their brands to our Food Service Customers in France- reporting to our Managing Director France.
• Coordinating & optimizing commercial relations with customers (wholesales & consumers).

Responsibilities: 

• Lead commercial negotiations and conclude annual agreements in line with budget objectives (ZBB / MBO).
• Promote new products and enlarge existing customer activities with new categories.
• Grow commercial relationships with our customers (Burger King- KFCMetro……).
• Participate and contribute to competitors’ watch and department process setting (forecast- commercial policies- ZBB- MBO…)
• Manage a team of 6 people.

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree ideally in Sales or Business Management.
• 6/8 years of experience in a Sales foodservice role.
• Prior experience in a people management role.
• Fluent in French and English.

Professional Attributes: 

• Can do mentality - You are hands on; if you see a problem- you find and implement a solution.
• High pressure - You don’t get easily stressed by pressure- on the contrary- a demanding and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.
• Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated. We want you to provide simple solutions when dealing with complex challenges.
• Drive changes - You never accept status-quo. You are always looking to improve processes and for the teams to become more efficient.
• Management skills - You are able to keep your team motivated; you set short- and long-term priorities; and help the team in solving problems.

What We Offer You:

• A daring employer; we only want the best for you;
• A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market);
• Permanent contract; for we believe in doing big bets on people;
• Always room for new insights; if you have an excellent idea- please let us know and we can set it in action!