Sr. Account Executive Europe

The organisation

Our client is an innovative European company with a core focus at sustainability within the Agrifood. The company is ambitious and expending rapidly and are looking for a Senior Account Executive - Europe. Your experience and network as a Senior Trader within the Agri-Food B2B will have a direct impact on there business and goals.
 
My client wants to make global agricultural supply chains more transparent and compliant with upcoming and existing regulations (like EUDR). Operating at the intersection of agri-food trading and sustainable accountability, the company helps major players in food and agriculture trace and validate the origin of there commodities, enabling responsible sourcing at scale.

The position

As Senior Account Executive - Europe, your commercial drive will be responsible for acquiring new relationships and expending current within the Agrifood. This position suits an entrepreneurial commercial professional with a strong B2B background in food or agri-commodities trading. Your understanding of trading dynamics, supply chains (routes) and sustainability drivers will make you successful.
 
Are you a commercial trader who wants to have a stronger impact on sustainability, then apply today.

Tasks & responsibilities

Key Results

• Revenue & Account Growth: Deliver measurable commercial results through consultative selling and long-term partnerships.
• Market Development: Expand presence across European markets by engaging food manufacturers, traders, and processors.
• Client Engagement: Build trusted relationships with commercial and sustainability decision-makers, translating technical data into clear business value.
• Teamwork: you will work directly with sales support, back office and a project team. They will help you before, during and after creating a new relationship.
• Sustainability Impact: Contribute to responsible sourcing and carbon-reduction initiatives within global food supply chains.

Candidate profile

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, or Food & Agri-related studies.
• 6+ years of commercial B2B experience, preferably in food ingredients, agri commodities or supply chain trading.
• Commodotity knowlegde and network within Soja, Nuts, Grain, Cocoa are a plus 
• Understanding of sustainability, compliance, or carbon-related topics (EUDR knowledge is a plus).
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and negotiate multi-year agreements.
• Strong communication skills in English is important. German, French, Italian or Greek as a second language is a plus  
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-growing international environment.
• Working from home (remote) is not an option.
• Based in the Netherlands, with the flexibility to travel occasionally within Europe.

The offer

€ 75.000 - 95.000 gross a year, including holiday allowance, excluding bonus (uncapped).

Interested?

You are invited to apply for this position by following the link below.

Selection Procedure

• CV screening by AFF Recruitment & Executive Search.
• Interview with AFF Recruitment Consultant.
• 2-3 interviews with the client.
• Business Case + Reference check.
• Offer negotiation.

For more information please contact Timo de Smet at +31 6 26 03 66 08.