Field Sales Manager Foodservice

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Your role        
Vandemoortele Professional is part of the Vandemoortele family, and we work to support the growth of professional customers in the Foodservice channel. We propose smart solutions and a dedicated portfolio of tasteful products for our consumers.
 
As our National Field Sales Manager for Commercial Foodservice, you will lead and inspire our Belgian field sales team operating in the horeca segment. In this pivotal role, you'll combine strong leadership with strategic thinking to help shape, implement, and monitor our national commercial plans.

You’ll be the driving force behind the execution of our sales strategy and the development of your team. 

With a sharp eye for opportunity and a hands-on mentality, you'll make a real impact on both performance and the overall satisfaction of our customers and team members.

Your main responsibilities are:

• To co-build and execute our commercial strategy
  • Translate our commercial strategy into actionable plans for the sales team;
  • Set clear objectives and KPIs, monitor performance, and adjust as needed;
  • Drive the continued development and effective use of our CRM system;
  • Manage and optimize the assigned budget.
    
    
• To be a real people manager
  • Inspire and support your team in identifying new business opportunities and improving processes;
  • Lead and coach a team of 6 field sales representatives.
    
    
• To be part of the Vandemoortele teams
  • Ensure transparent and efficient internal communication;
  • Oversee administrative tasks related to your team’s operations;
  • Build and maintain a strong professional network;
  • ...and much more – we’re looking for someone who’s eager to make this role their own.

What’s in for you? 

• You will join our big little family: Our associates are the beating heart of our company – they bring the flavour to our organisation. We cherish each member, prioritising their well-being and supporting their professional journey;
• We value you as a person: At Vandemoortele we value each one of our associates and recognise their unique contributions to team successes. You will have flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 50% of the time. We also invite you to join our sports and wellbeing activities!;
• We care for your future and we support your professional journey: We believe in the power of our associates and the value of their actions and support their career aspirations by offering internal mobility and promotional opportunities. We embrace individual ambitions and entrust our associates to take ownership; 
• We make products for you to love: We are a team of passionate food enthusiasts. In our mission to shape a tasty future we strive to create a wide range of food solutions that connects people, cultures and traditions. You can kickstart your day with a delicious croissant fresh out of the oven and enjoy tasty food in our company restaurant;
• Easy to reach: Our HQ is located close to a bus stop and highway exits. Want to come by bike? Lease a bike at Vandemoortele!

Are you the one we’re looking for?

About you

• You combine ambition and passion for results with a dynamic mindset;
• Own interpersonal sensitivity & empathy, both internally and externally;
• Eager to learn, to develop and to be developed;
• Embrace and live up to our corporate values;
• You are a food lover and/or passionate about food.

... And your experiences

• You ideally own a Master's degree in Economics, Business, Marketing, or a related field;
• You have at least 5 years of successful commercial experience in FMCG, and preferably expertise in professional area (Foodservice);
• You bring proven leadership experience;
• Showcase an analytical skills and problem solving mindset;
• You can fluently express yourself in Dutch, French and English (both written and orally);
• Experience with SAP and/or CRM tools is a strong asset.

Join us in making sweet memories!
We look forward to welcoming you to our delicious journey!
Submit your updated CV and compelling cover letter (optional) highlighting your relevant experience and motivation.
For questions or additional information, mail us: gwenn.vandereecken@vandemoortele.com
 
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