sales manager in food industry

SMS GROUP provides products and services across the Food, Paper, Textile, and Construction industries, focusing on innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and excellence.

• Develop, implement, and achieve the sales budget for Food, Paper, Textile, Construction, and affiliated company products within the European market;
• Drive business and revenue growth by maintaining existing customers and expanding into new markets;
• Prepare and manage sales-related documents, including presentations, technical data sheets, quotations, and reports;
• Conduct market surveys and competitive analysis to support sales activities and identify new opportunities;
• Establish and strengthen sales channels and distribution strategies to maximize market penetration;
• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, distributors, and end customers;
• Collaborate with local agents and headquarters in a cross-functional, international environment;
• Find new customers and opportunities in related fields;
• Handle contract negotiations and complex commercial agreements.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science or a related field;
• At least 5 years of proven experience in sales and technical support within the food industry;
• Experience in key account management and building long-term strategic partnerships;
• Strong scientific and technical background with the ability to translate complex concepts into customer value;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills;
• Solid knowledge of food markets in Indonesia;
• Proficiency in presentation tools and computer applications;
• Strong command of English, spoken and written;
• Highly proactive, energetic, and target-driven, with a strong passion for success;
• Flexible and willing to travel abroad;
• Nice to have: Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce and data-driven sales management, cultural awareness, and experience working in regional or international environments.

• Contract employment.