Regional VP Colombia - Sales position

At Eatable Adventures we believe startups are leading the way in creating solutions to transform how FOOD is produced transformed and consumed. We partner with the most disruptive food startups corporations and investors developing the right collaborations with a mission: BUILDING TOMORROWS FOOD SYSTEM.

Considered one of the main global foodtech accelerators our activities speak for themselves:

#Foodtech Ecosystem propellers

With a community of more than 25000 founders and entrepreneurs working in the transformation of the food system and a vast network of global partnerships with accelerators funds Academia and specialized events.

#Fueling AgriFoodtech Entrepreneurship Success

By running a dozen of verticalized and highly specialized foodtech incubation and acceleration programs per year and investing in the technologies that will transform the food system through our investment vehicle.

#Leaders in Open Innovation and Corporate Venturing programs in the food industry

With more than 50 corporate partnerships that connect food startups with consolidated industries helping them to reach new levels of growth through innovative collaboration models.

#Supporting governments in the development of food innovation ecosystems

Working closely with 15 national regional and local public institutions to generate competitiveness and secure access to food by fostering more sustainable production models in the agrifood sector.

Its a great moment for us we plan to expand in Colombia and for this we are looking for our Regional VPColombia. In this position you will be responsible for generating the companys business in the Colombian territory and leading the acceleration of the food market of tomorrow in the region.

Tasks

Job mission: To consolidate and foster the development and expansion of Eatable Adventures business in Colombia. This will be achieved through the identification of new opportunities in the field of innovation consulting as well as in the areas of incubation and acceleration.

• Responsible for representing the company in the territory and ensure the proper functioning of the local structure.
• Identify and execute effective strategies for growth with a focus on acquiring and retaining clients.
• Collaborate in creating an ambitious and strategic business plan aligned with the Clevel.
• Build strong relationships with clients (existing and potential) understand their needs and offer relevant solutions.
• Handle relevant negotiations with key clients business partners and other stakeholders in the local market.
• Collaborate in the successful delivery of projects ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Customize proposals in collaboration with the consulting team emphasizing strategic and innovative value.
• Stay updated on trends and competition in the territory analyzing the local market to identify opportunities and threats.
• Evaluate the performance of the companys business strategies and adjust as necessary.
• Develop and execute commercial and expansion strategies in the local market.
• Manage and lead the local team ensuring efficient coordination and motivation.
• Supervise and control daily operations to ensure efficiency and goal fulfillment.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and labor laws aligned with the HR Area and providers.
• Oversee the successful implementation and running of local acceleration programs.
• Actively represent the company in local events conferences and relevant activities in the country.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of previous experience in food innovation or consultancy services.
• At least 5 years in business development in the food and/or agro tech sector with a proven track record.
• Focus on results.
• Outstanding interpersonal verbal and written communication abilities.
• Good negotiation skills.
• C1 Level in English spoken and written.