Technical Sales Manager Protection / Antioxidants EMEA (Netherlands)

We are looking for a Technical Sales Manager EMEA to join our Protection / Antioxidants (AOX) Business Unit based in Wolvega, the Netherlands.

About Vitablend (Part of Barentz Group)

Vitablend, a global leader in specialty ingredients with nutritional premixes, micro-encapsulated ingredients, and antioxidant systems, is looking for a driven technical sales manager for its Antioxidant (AOX) business unit. As part of the Barentz Group, Vitablend serves global markets across human and animal nutrition, personal care, and pharma. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to drive strategic development and customer acquisition, focusing on the animal and human nutrition markets within EMEA.

About this role

As a Technical Sales Manager, you will drive Vitablend’s growth in the human and animal nutrition sectors across EMEA. This strategic role focuses on growing a portfolio of existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities, acquiring new direct customers, and driving value through tailored antioxidant solutions. You will also manage and develop relationships with distribution channel partners (Barentz) to maximize market reach and effectiveness. Working closely with internal teams and partners, you’ll lead high-impact sales projects, shape market positioning, and ensure the achievement of ambitious sales and profitability goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Development : Formulate and implement a strategic business development plan aimed at expanding market presence and driving the Sales growth of Antioxidants in EMEA.
• Customer Acquisition : Identify and secure new business opportunities, targeting key customers in the EMEA region, especially in animal and human nutrition markets.
• Market Analysis : Conduct market research in EMEA to understand trends, competitor landscape, and customer needs.
• Client Relationship Management : Build and nurture strong relationships with existing and potential clients, positioning Vitablend as a leading provider of antioxidant solutions.
• Collaboration : Work closely with the technical and sales teams to align product offerings with market demands, ensuring customized solutions for key customers.
• Project Leadership : Lead (complex) projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders and distribution channel partners, ensuring delivery on customer expectations and business goals.
• Financial Targets : Manage sales KPIs, ensuring profitability and growth in line with the AOX Business Unit's goals.
• Channel Partner Management : Develop and oversee sales strategies, ensuring alignment and goal achievement with channel partners (Barentz).
• Innovation and Value Creation : Promote Vitablend’s USPs to generate value for customers, contributing to the strategic positioning of Vitablend’s antioxidant systems in core markets and applications.

About You

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Why Vitablend?

Interested?

If you feel excited reading the above and want to join our team, please send your CV in English by using the apply button. Any questions regarding this position, please contact Jill Lan : jill.lan@barentz.com.

Job ID : No.237