[Hiring] Sales Manager @GFIC

Role Description

We are seeking a Sales Manager to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and build long-term client relationships across regional and international markets.

Location: Home Office, Europe | Department: Commercial | Frequent International Travel or Cairo based

Our client is a trusted name in the agri-food industry, specializing in the production and export of tomato paste, citrus, and multi-fruit products. With a strong base in Egypt and a growing presence across international markets, our customer combines quality, innovation, and sustainability to deliver products that meet the highest global standards.

The mission is to provide customers with sustainable, high-value food solutions while fostering long-term partnerships built on reliability and transparency. By integrating modern production practices with deep agricultural expertise, our client ensures that every product reflects their commitment to food safety, environmental responsibility, and customer satisfaction.

Operating at the intersection of tradition and innovation, our client continues to expand its footprint in Europe and beyond, offering career opportunities for professionals who want to contribute to the growth of a company that values excellence, sustainability, and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Agriculture, Food Science, or related field (MBA is a plus)
• 7+ years in international sales, including 2+ years in account management
• Proven experience in the agri-food industry (B2B environment), ideally tomato paste or processed foods
• Strong market analysis, account management, and data-driven decision-making skills
• Proficiency in CRM systems and sales tools
• Cultural awareness and adaptability in international markets
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)
• Willingness to travel internationally

Requirements

• Manage and grow key accounts in the tomato paste category
• Identify and acquire new customers using market research and competitive insights
• Develop and execute tailored sales strategies aligned with market trends and company goals
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms in compliance with company policies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality teams
• Ensure compliance with food safety, labeling, and sustainability certifications
• Monitor account metrics, anticipate risks, and proactively resolve challenges
• Represent us in international markets, navigating cultural differences and regulatory requirements

Company Description

Geiger Food Ingredients Recruitment & Consulting (GFIC) is a boutique recruitment consultancy situated to the south of Munich, founded by Alfred Geiger in 2006. GFIC specializes in consulting for:

• FMGC
• Food Ingredients
• Starch
• Glucose
• Sweeteners
• Flavours
• Fruit Preparations
• Beverages
• Dairy
• Nutraceuticals
• Pharma
• Colours
• Cosmetics
• Hydrocolloids

GFIC is consulting in Recruitment (Full Time, Interim Positions, Members for the Advisory Board) and is recruiting globally, including C-Level candidates.