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As Head of Sales, you will own the full commercial engine of ProteinDistillery – driving B2B Food Commercialization across key accounts, strategic partnerships and new markets.
Your Mission
- Drive B2B Food Commercialization by identifying, closing and securing high‑value deals with key accounts and industry partners.
- Lead partnership structuring—from production joint ventures and co‑manufacturing agreements to distribution networks.
- Own go‑to‑market execution: develop and optimise product, portfolio, pricing and positioning strategies to fuel revenue growth and international expansion.
- Build and manage key‑account processes; establish relationships that drive product co‑development and become early adopters in new business areas.
- Work closely with the C‑suite to contribute to corporate strategy and long‑term growth initiatives.
- Build, lead and mentor a high‑performing sales and business‑development team.
Your Profile
- Proven track record in business development, commercial strategy or partnership structuring within the food or ingredients industry.
- Established network of decision‑makers in the food industry.
- Deep expertise in negotiating joint ventures, co‑manufacturing agreements and distribution partnerships.
- Experience managing key accounts, distributors and contract manufacturers.
- Academic background in Biotechnology, Food Technology or Food Chemistry; MBA or strong business acumen a plus.
Leadership & Skills
- Ability to identify, pursue and close high‑value deals independently.
- Leadership of cross‑functional commercial teams across sales, product and C‑suite stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a keen eye for partnership opportunities.
Languages
- English and German (mandatory).
- Full professional proficiency in additional languages (French, Spanish, etc.) a plus.
Benefits
- Regular team offsites & mentoring opportunities.
- A young, dynamic team with a purpose‑driven mindset.
- Wellpass – access to thousands of sports and wellness facilities.
- Corporate benefits – exclusive employee discounts with numerous partners.
- Flexible remote work from home.
- Individual benefits such as subsidy for Deutschlandticket, fuel costs or Wellpass.
About Us
ProteinDistillery is a revolutionary force in the food industry, pioneering highly functional, eco‑friendly proteins made from brewer's yeast. Our team of business innovators and scientists is committed to challenging the status quo and transforming the food industry on a daily basis. If you share this passion, join us and contribute to our mission.
We are building a global team within the next three to four years, prioritising culture and teamwork across our offices in Ostfildern near Stuttgart and our production in Heilbronn.
A note on diversity and inclusion
We are committed to equal opportunities and value diversity. xayajpt We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, ages, genders and orientations.
