Jr Account Manager Food - French Market

Account Manager Food - France

Our client, a leading international player in the FMCG industry, is offering a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Sales professional eager to take ownership of the French market. From their dynamic Rotterdam hub, this organization drives growth across retail and food service channels, combining strong brands, robust supply chains, and a clear focus on international expansion. You'll be supported by seasoned experts in key account management, supply chain, NPD, and finance, with a track record of developing ambitious sales talents into high-impact commercial leaders.

Benefits

• Real ownership from day one: Manage your own French key accounts, build your portfolio independently, and directly influence revenue and profit growth across retail and food service/B2B channels.
• International, growth-focused environment: Work in a rapidly expanding FMCG group with occasional international travel, exposure to multiple markets, and clear opportunities to advance your commercial career.
• Inclusive, supportive culture: Join a diverse team with an active Inclusion & Diversity group where background, gender, sexual orientation, or age don't matter - everyone is encouraged to contribute, grow, and feel truly included.

Role Responsibilities

• Drive growth in the French market: Develop and manage key accounts in retail and food service, identify new business opportunities, and strategically expand your customer base to support the company's ambitious growth goals.
• Lead customer relationships end-to-end: Act as the first point of contact for your clients, negotiate agreements, coordinate internally with supply chain, NPD, technical and finance teams, and ensure excellent execution along the entire value chain.
• Translate insights into results: Analyze sales performance, market trends, and customer data to optimize pricing, promotions, and assortment - helping to secure sustainable, profitable growth across your portfolio.

Requirements

• Commercial background in FMCG: Master's degree in Business (or equivalent) and 3-5 years' experience in the FMCG sector, giving you the foundation to quickly add value in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Proven key account & business development skills: Experience with retail and/or food service (B2B) channels, a proactive "hunter" mindset, strong commercial and analytical skills, and confidence in Microsoft Office (SAP experience is a plus) - all enabling you to build and grow strategic accounts.
• International communicator with drive: Fluent in French and English (written and spoken), ideally also some Dutch; excellent presentation and interpersonal skills; valid driver's license and willingness to travel - equipping you to build long-term relationships with customers and partners across borders.