Sales and BD Lead (SG) - Culinary Protein [24M01]
Our client’s mission revolves around promoting a healthy and sustainable lifestyle without compromising taste. Drawing upon their expertise in food technology, sustainability, and culinary arts, their innovative plant-based protein product is ideal for food services companies seeking to expand their plant-based offerings.
To help them accelerate their growth plans, they are seeking a passionate and entrepreneurial individual with a strong background in food service / manufacturing sales and business development for the role of Sales and BD Lead for Singapore and export markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Grow Sales: Triple the number of sites using their products and double the number of meals served in existing sites within a year. Expand their customer base by onboarding deepening relationships with existing catering partners globally.
Manage Key Accounts: Leverage existing b2b partnerships and convert new sites to choose our client’s product as their preferred plant-based protein.
Lead & Develop: Manage the sales budget, develop and execute global sales plans.
Market Expertise: Stay updated on competitor activities in global markets, develop effective global sales strategies, and utilize business intelligence tools to gain valuable market insights.
Distribution Management: Establish new channels especially for their ready-to-eat product lines and ensure fair commercial terms and pricing.
Support Chefs: Collaborate with commercial chefs, utilizing our client’s extensive recipe database to support their own customer’s needs.
Key Requirements:
Food Industry Expertise:
3-5 years minimum experience in the food service/solutions industry, ideally with international experience.
Proven track record selling ingredients and semi-finished products to foodservice and OEMs globally.
Extensive network of contacts within the global food industry.
Passion & Drive: Deep passion for the food industry, especially plant-based nutrition and sustainability. Resourceful, hands-on attitude with a strong results orientation.
Leadership & Communication: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Team player with a results-driven approach and strong strategic thinking. Ability to work independently, manage conflict, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Distribution Management: Minimum 5 years experience managing F&B or FMCG distributors across multiple regions globally.
Travel: Willingness to travel extensively internationally is required.
Be part of a company revolutionizing the future of food!