Position Overview:
The firm seeks a candidate with a proven track record in food ingredients sales and who understands the Omega-3 industry. The new VP of Sales will be responsible for the Sales strategy to win and grow major national and international accounts built around the company’s patented technology by developing relationships with major manufacturers of products such as baked goods, milk, yogurt, juice, nutrition bars, and confectionary.

The VP of Sales HFI will report directly to the VP of Global Sales & Marketing, and will manage a sales and marketing team comprised of the following:
•    2 x Directors of Sales. One in Europe/UK and one in North America
•    3 x Account Managers in Europe
•    4 x Account Managers in North America

Roles & Responsibilities:
    Sustain current customer base
    Increase sales to existing customers
    Lead a team of Salespeople and Account Managers that will sell HFI products across the world
    Focus on building a strong sales team rather than selling themselves  
    Grow the existing sales team, and make them more accountable for hitting their targets
    Ensure there is a balance between the Hunters and Farmers in the sales team
    Develop a leadership style and system that is highly effective in leading a remote workforce
    Travel required (40% time)

Skills and Qualifications:
    Proven track record in sales management and building senior level strategic relationships in the Food Industry
    Strong customer mind-set and a very professional approach, with a clear ability to manage large, complex sales in the food industry
    5-7 years experience in sales management in the food industry
    Experience managing teams that are larger than 5 people
    Comfortable in a fast-paced, high growth private business. Entrepreneurial spirit
    Results oriented with a strong emphasis on execution and problem solving
    Comfortable in multi-cultural, international environments

Compensation:
Base salary between $120,000 and $150,000 dependent on the candidate’s experience. Bonus potential up to 80% of base salary.

Please submit a cover letter and resume with "10278" in the subject line to howdy@brightgreentalent.com for consideration.

The firm is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, committed to diversity and consideration of all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status.

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