Company Description

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar.

As part of the Link Snacks global enterprise, our team across EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) is focused on driving the growth of the real meat protein snack category with a strong emphasis on our brands: Jack Link’s (Beef Jerky, Biltong), Peperami, BiFi and Minuets. We operate through a network of regional offices and production sites across Europe in Germany, Netherlands and United Kingdom.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

But we’re not just about snacks; we’re driven by our core values: We team up, we tell it like it is, we own our game and shoot for the moon!

Values we bring to life. Every. Single. Day.

Job Description

Make a difference by becoming part of the No. 1 protein snack manufacturer worldwide as Field Sales Lead Benelux at Jack Link’s EMEA.

Our spacious and modern HQ is located in the vibrant Amsterdam, and includes a highly international team, with more than 25 different nationalities. Our EMEA team is committed to continuing its impressive EMEA expansion, one bite at a time, and becoming the regional leader in branded protein snacks.

This position is remote based and you will be reporting to the Sales Director Benelux. In this position you will be responsible for:

Develop and implement the national field sales strategy for the Netherlands and BeLux region separately, in line with the Benelux overall strategy.
Develop the annual field sales plan (coverage, frequency, objectives) to achieve the field targets and aggressively drive sales growth.
Act as the connecting link between Brand Marketing, Category Management, Sales and Planning to develop and execute shopper and channel strategies aligned with brand, category and commercial objectives, ensuring alignment on forecasts, demand and inventory for key accounts.
Responsible for achieving profitable results and driving return on investment by developing the 3rd party teams through motivation, periodic briefings, mentoring, and developing product knowledge.
Lead the development of in-store plans, including displays and POS materials. Own POSM material design, development and delivery, including sales materials for FSF, ensuring all POSM is fully aligned with the commercial agenda and equips the field team with the right in-store tools
Drive profitable results and maximize return on investment by measuring and evaluating activation performance (ROAS, uplift, conversion) using relevant LSI and customer data sources, continuously optimizing team effectiveness based on insights, learnings and best practices.

Qualifications

EU Citizenship and/or valid work permit is required. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position. All applications must be submitted in English, as it is the company’s corporate language.

Educational Background in Sales, Business Administration or a related field
Successful previous experience as a Field Force Manager/ Field representative in the FMCG food and beverage industry, preferably in the confectionery, beverage, or snack industry, consistently meeting or exceeding targets
In-depth understanding of route planning/efficiency, geographical coverage, and focus of activities in the market
Leadership personality with strong execution skills and a leadership mindset. This position will have an indirect reporting line (sales representatives via an outsourcing Jack Link's partner)
Motivational coach and leader with experience in building brands and developing and successfully implementing plans
Highly self-motivated and able to inspire employees to achieve peak performance
Experience in retail in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Proven ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively.
Strong business acumen and industry knowledge with a genuine entrepreneurial mindset
Ability to define medium- and long-term strategies while maintaining practical skills
Excellent communication skills and fluency in Dutch and English

Additional Information

Our benefits 

At Jack Link’s EMEA, you’ll find a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports performance, flexibility, and employee well-being! 

A competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme (above market)  
In addition to public holidays, you will benefit from 27 days of paid annual leave to rest, recharge, and maintain a healthy work–life balance. 
Hybrid working model, because we believe the future of work is based on a modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. Travelling within the Benelux countries and approximately once per week in our main office in Amsterdam.  
Pension Scheme, we support your long-term financial well-being through a company-supported pension plan. 
Lunch on Mondays and nutritious snacks and fruit throughout the week
Access to ClassPass Subscription, offering a wide range of fitness and wellness activities to support your physical and mental well-being. 
Commuting allowance, to help cover your travel costs between home and the office. 
You will be part of a vibrant, dynamic, and international team! Throughout the year, we organize a variety of team activities and initiatives designed to strengthen collaboration, encourage knowledge sharing, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

Jack Link’s EMEA provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law. 

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Field Sales Lead Benelux