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Our client is Europe’s leading tofu producer, dedicated to shaping the future of food with high-quality, innovative, and sustainable plant-based products. As the company continues its dynamic growth across the continent, it aims to become the top player in every market it enters.
We are now seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial and growth-driven Commercial Director Europe (f/m/x) for shaping the future of food by developing the natural protein category.
Commercial Director Europe (f/m/x)
Full Time | Europe
YOUR FUTURE ROLE
* Create the industry leading European Category Management for natural plant protein products
* Build and drive a European sales and category management organization, developing a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, accountability and results
* Build a compelling category vision for tofu and plant-based products, inspiring internal teams, customers, suppliers and other key stakeholders
* Develop a product portfolio strategy that is both mainstream and innovative, driving customer value and increasing market share
* Oversee commercial planning and budgeting, including forecasting and expense control
* Strengthen partnerships with key retail and food service customers to enhance long-term growth
* Improve internal commercial processes, ensuring operational excellence and scalability
* Monitor shopper and market trends, using data insights to inform strategy and track sales performance
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
* Master’s degree, ideally in Economics, Food Engineering or equivalent experience
* At least 15 years of experience in sales and market development within a multinational FMCG environment
* Background in the food industry (preferably chilled, ready-to-cook, or related categories)
* Proven experience with CRM systems and market analysis tools such as Nielsen and GfK for data-driven decision-making
* Strong command of lean processes, especially Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to improve efficiency and alignment
* Passion for health, nutrition and sustainability with a deep understanding of current food and consumer trends
WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE SPECIAL
* A unique opportunity to combine commercial leadership, category strategy and business development in a future-focused company
* Be part of an organization that is transforming the food industry toward a more sustainable and plant-based future
* Shape the vision for a high-growth category and lead its expansion across Europe
* Work in a purpose-driven, entrepreneurial culture with strong values and a bold growth ambition
Our client offers a competitive annual gross salary starting at €150,000 with willingness to overpay based on qualifications and experience.
INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY?
If you're excited about this new challenge, we look forward to receiving your online application via our career portal. Upon receipt of your documents, your designated consultant will contact you promptly. To ensure GDPR-compliant processing of your data, we kindly ask you to refrain from sending your application via email.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development, Management, and Sales
* Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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