Account Manager at Novonesis

What You’ll Do

• Lead accounts ensuring our solutions meet customer, market, and competitive demands.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, driving value through strong commercial and technical insights.
• Collaborate across teams — Marketing, Technical Service, Supply Operations — to translate technical expertise into business opportunities.
• Execute short-term targets while shaping long-term growth strategies for the market.
• Operate independently with high ownership.

What We’re Looking For

• MSc/MBA in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing, or a technical field — or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years sales experience, preferably with food and multinational industry experience.
• Baking industry experience and technical expertise are a plus.
• Strong sales mindset, result-oriented, and growth-driven.
• Ability to create an annual budget and strategic account planning are key.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a true team player.
• Willingness to travel extensively (50%+) across Africa.
• Fluency in English; IT skills required, SAP knowledge is a plus.