Head Of Sales, Food & Beverage, Europe Montà

Head Of Sales, Food & Beverage, Europe
Montà
Piemonte, Montà

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Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, enabling wellbeing and convenience.

Our innovative products protect on-the-go and on-the-shelf food and beverages, ensuring hygiene and safety, and help prevent food waste.

We are committed to protecting food, people and the planet and are on the lookout for passionate and consummate professionals to join our growing team to help us deliver on our ambitious 2030 Strategy.

We look for colleagues who Care, Dare and Deliver.

Head of Sales, Food & Beverage - Europe

Huhtamaki's Flexible Packaging segment is currently looking for a Head of Sales for our food and beverage business unit in Europe.

Reporting into the VP Sales, Europe this role is responsible for leading and developing the sales organization of the food and beverage BU, by defining and implementing a common sales strategy with the objective of achieving Huhtamaki's ambitious growth plans.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a demonstrable background in leading regional sales teams, have excellent communication skills and be a highly motivated and self-driven individual.

The role can be based from one of our sites in Europe, ideally in Ronsberg, Germany.

However, we will also consider home based for the right candidate (Germany, Italy, France, UK or Spain).

Responsibilities

Leading and managing regional sales and product management team in Europe (10-12 people)Monitoring NBD with existing and new accountsCreating and developing common sales processes for the Business Unit together with the Category ManagerBudget achievement for the Business UnitLonger-term sales / volume planning – mid-term strategic planningMonitoring of European tender proceduresImprovement of the supply position in the Business UnitInvolvement in the preparation of international contractsPreparation and update of the sales forecast for the Business UnitMonitoring of the sales activities using our BI tool and CRM toolMonitoring and control of the WC and contingency activitiesDefines and steers marketing activities in close cooperation with Category Manager & marketingActively monitors trends in the relevant categories & key customers and gives input and support to our innovation strategy, strongly supported by Product Management. Experience, Education & Skills Required

A degree in economics or technical area (e. g.

chemistry / packaging technology or a comparable qualification)MBA desirableAt least 10-15 years of professional experience in sales, preferably in the packaging industryDynamic sales personality with drive & charismaConceptual thinking, strategic mindset, creativity and innovative powersPresentation skills including self-presentationExperiences in managing and developing people & teams within a regional or European wide leadership roleFamiliarity with modern information technologiesWillingness to make extended business tripsProficiency in English and preferably another foreign languageMulticultural understandingWhat's in it for you?

This is a fantastic leadership opportunity to drive profitable growth in a key BU within our Flexible packaging segment.

Huhtamaki offers competitive salaries and benefits packages, as well as a flexible working environment and the opportunity to travel internationally.

If you have the necessary skills and experience, please apply prior to the deadline of 11th February 2025.

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