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Sales and Retail Area Manager (m/f/d) for the Allgäu / Upper Swabia Region

  • Hamburg | Germany
  • With professional experience
  • Full-time

As one of the leading companies in the roasted coffee industry, the J. J. Darboven Group offers well-known brands such as IDEE KAFFEE, MÖVENPICK OF SWITZERLAND, and CAFÉ INTENCIÓN. In addition, we are a valued partner and supplier to the upscale restaurant and hotel industries in the tea segment with EILLES and in the hot chocolate segment with COCAYA. Our successful, medium-sized family-owned company, with subsidiaries both domestically and abroad, employs over 850 people. Help shape the future with us!

To strengthen our foodservice team, we are seeking a

Area Manager (m/f/d) for the Allgäu / Upper Swabia region

Your Diverse Scope of Responsibilities

  • Attracting and engaging new customers in the hospitality, restaurant, and institutional food service sectors, as well as strategically expanding the sales territory.
  • Maintaining existing customer relationships on an equal footing and sustainably developing identified potential
  • Analyzing market, competitive, and industry trends to identify targeted sales opportunities and actions
  • Representing our brand at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings, as well as establishing new, valuable contacts

Your Profile

  • Completed training in the business or hospitality sector and, ideally, initial or several years of experience in sales
  • Experience in field sales and a strong knack for acquiring, convincing, and retaining customers over the long term
  • Knowledge of the foodservice industry or the motivation to learn the ropes and develop your skills in this field
  • Confident demeanor, strong communication skills, as well as negotiation skills and the ability to assert oneself
  • An independent and structured approach to work, along with proficiency in standard MS Office applications
  • Residence within daily commuting distance of the sales territory or a willingness to relocate

What We Offer

  • 38.5-hour workweek and 30 days of vacation
  • Competitive compensation and a company car for personal use
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Employer contributions to a company pension plan
  • Company bike with employer subsidy
  • Employee sports programs with attractive terms through a partnership with Urban Sports Club
  • Attractive discounts at well-known companies through Corporate Benefits
  • Access to our diverse product range

If you want to help shape our successful future, apply now!

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Start your career at J.J. Darboven!

Is coffee more than just a drink for you?

With us, you can help shape how people around the world enjoy their perfect coffee. Whether in sales, marketing or production – at J.J. Darboven, you will find the right place for your passion! Apply now!
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