ADM has an exciting opportunity available for a sales Manager to drive our Animal Nutrition Business in the region of Morocco.In this fast growing market this is seen as key role to maintain and further develop our business.The role reports to the Sales Director Middle East & Africa in Kenya.The main duties of this role will include:- Unlock and maximize the potential of the Animal Nutrition Business in particular in the Morocco and also the Northern Africa
- Responsibility for our Animal Nutrition (technical) sales including certain Key Accounts
- Establish and develop longterm customer relationships
- Identify and develop new business and partnership opportunities for growth
- Create and fulfill own sales plans and budget on the basis of market plans
- Create and execute 35 year Business Plan for the region
- Monthly reporting sales analytics and insights; understand gotomarket strategy and how to maximize sales efficiency
- Develop customer concepts in cooperation with product management application and product development
- Stay uptodate on industry trend analysis competitive activity and changing consumer behaviors through industry publications events and insights reports to strategically grow the business
- Support and implement innovative sales and marketing strategies for the region
- Close interaction with other departments: technical support customer service/logistics product management marketing and controlling
The successful candidate will possess the following:- Bachelors or Masters in Science in Agri Agro Engineering Veterinarian animal science or pharmaceutical degree with experience in animal nutrition . Business educational is an added advantage
- Knowledge of animal nutrition and technical applications a pre
- At least 10 years experience in the B2B food dairy and/or ingredients business
- Sales experience is mandatory
- Business development spirit
- Solid negotiation skills
- Autonomy and organizational skills
- Ability to work as part of a (virtual) team
- Enthusiasm initiative and ability to work under pressure
- Strong customer service orientation skills
- Experience working in a matrix organization (crosscultural mindset)
- Flexible and willing to travel within the region
- Excellent English language skills
About ADMAt ADM we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industryadvancing innovations a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste and a commitment to sustainability we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth depth insights facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food beverages health and wellness and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at .
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Manager