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Assistant Sales Manager (Food Ingredients)

Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (Khlong Toei, Bangkok)
Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭
The rich and remarkable history of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC) that spans over 133 years takes it to the very forefront of the trading, manufacturing and servicing fields in Thailand. The company’s inception was first created through a partnership between the Berli and Jucker families. This was the first of many strong partnerships that led to one of the Kingdom of Siam's earliest and most successful trading companies. Originally, BJC engaged in rice milling, mining, timber, shipping, importing, and other activities that laid a foundation instrumental for Thailand’s progress towards an “industrial” stage. By carefully selecting and nurturing its local and international partners, BJC continuously prospered over the years to become a major Thai import and export firm. After World War II, BJC diversified its operations into manufacturing, packaging and distribution.

About this position

The Assistant Sales Manager (Food Ingredients) is responsible for supporting the development and execution of sales strategies, expanding the customer base, and maintaining relationships within the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing annual sales strategies, tracking, and evaluating the performance of the sales team.
• Prepare sales reports, analyze market trends, and present key insights to management.
• Expand the customer base within the food industry and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Coordinate with R&D and Marketing teams to introduce new products that meet client needs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to monitor raw material deliveries or alternatives and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Support and help develop the sales team's capabilities to achieve company sales goals.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, new raw materials, and product developments in the food industry to apply these insights to sales planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in sales or sales management in the Food Ingredient business or a related industry.
• Proven track record in client negotiation and managing B2B customer relationships.
• Strong sales skills, ability to work under pressure, and meet sales targets.
• Excellent communication skills in both Thai and English.
• Good knowledge of food ingredients and an understanding of their use in food manufacturing processes.