Area Manager – North Germany

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Sales Representative managing and developing artisan gelato market in Central–Northern Germany. Coordinating sales agents, managing distributors, and acquiring new customers within the territory.

Responsibilities:

  • Support and oversee sales agents across the Central–Northern Germany region to ensure strong market coverage.
  • Coordinate sales activities, provide guidance, and accompany agents on customer visits when required.
  • Manage and develop distributors through joint visits, product training sessions, and business reviews.
  • Conduct direct sales activities in underserved or uncovered areas within the territory.
  • Acquire new customers while nurturing and consolidating existing business relationships.
  • Manage large and strategic accounts within the region.
  • Continuously monitor market trends in the artisan gelato and wider foodservice sectors.
  • Identify opportunities and risks and communicate actionable insights to management.
  • Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and visit summaries to the Sales Director for Germany and Austria.

Requirements:

  • Proven track record in sales within the food industry, preferably in foodservice.
  • Prior experience in the artisan gelato market is a strong advantage.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate with agents, distributors, and key customers.
  • Strong analytical mindset and market-oriented approach.
  • Highly autonomous with strong organizational skills and a goal-oriented work style.
  • Comfortable managing a large territory and willing to travel extensively.
  • Native-level German and good command of English; Italian is a plus.

Benefits:

  • Company car for professional and personal use (subject to company policy).
  • Corporate credit card for business expenses.
  • iPad, company laptop, and mobile phone provided.
  • Full reimbursement of business-related expenses upon submission of receipts.
  • Opportunity to shape the growth of a strategic region within a dynamic niche market.
  • Direct reporting line to the Sales Director, offering visibility and impact.