Assistant/ Sales Manager (Specialty Food Ingredients)

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive growth in the specialty food ingredients market.
• Identify and target potential customers, including manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in the food industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive landscape, and opportunities for new product development.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns that effectively highlight product benefits.
• Prepare and present sales forecasts, reports, and analyses to senior management.
• Manage the sales pipeline, from lead generation to deal closure, ensuring timely follow-up and communication.
• Attend industry trade shows, conferences, and networking events to promote the company's products and establish industry connections.
• Provide training and support to the sales team to enhance their product knowledge and sales techniques.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Food Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, preferably in the specialty food ingredients sector.
• Strong understanding of food industry trends and customer needs.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate market data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating leadership qualities.
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.

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