Sales Manager Poultry / Swine Benelux

The organisation

ERBER Group is a leading group of companies in the field of food and feed safety, with focusing on natural feed additives, feed and food analysis and plant protection with headquarters in Austria/Getzersdorf. It generated a turnover of about 290 million euros in 2016. ERBER Group consists of BIOMIN, ROMER LABS, SANPHAR, BIO-FERM and EFB. Including distribution partners, ERBER Group is represented in more than 120 countries worldwide. The international orientation and the in-house research and development are important success factors for the annual growth.

ERBER Group is an expert organization and world leader in the original core business of mycotoxin risk management. Powerful in-house research and development provides the basis for developing customer-focused and innovative solutions, which is particularly supported by collaborations with renowned universities and research institutions. 

BIOMIN harnesses the power of science to support animal health and performance. By applying state-of-the-art and proprietary technology they deliver natural, sustainable and profitable solutions to the livestock industry. For over 30 years they have
pioneered innovative solutions for mycotoxin risk management and an innovative concept for natural performance increase and other specific solutions for pigs, poultry and ruminants.

The position

Following the establishment of the Biomin Benelux unit in 2017 in Uden in the Netherlands, we are looking in Belgium for a dynamic and self-motivated Sales Manager Poultry / Swine Benelux (m/f)

Tasks and responsibilities

This position is a Key Management role in developing the BIOMIN Benelux business unit. Reporting to the Benelux Managing Director, the role will encompass responsibility for generating sales across the region to new customers, supplying Biomin products to the Poultry & Swine industries mainly in Belgium and from time to time also in the Netherlands. Further you are developing relationships with feed companies, merchants, veterinarians and distributors, as well as directly to farms. 

You are the ear close to the market for our further development. You provide technical support to both current and prospective customers, working with Biomins’ team of Technical Support Managers (who regularly visit the Benelux region). To succeed in this position, you develop and maintain relationships with a range of industry contacts and stakeholders. You also participate to national and international fairs and conferences. Therefore you always stay up-to-date and further build up your network. This job is home based in Belgium and once per week you’ll spend on average half a day in the office in Uden. You will report to the Managing Director BIOMIN Benelux.

Candidate profile

• You have 110% passionate interest in animal nutrition
• Ideally you have an educational background (college/university) in Animal Health (Veterinarian) or Animal Nutrition / Animal Science
• A successful track record of minimum five years’ practical experience acquired in animal health and/or animal nutrition in the poultry and/or swine sector both on technical and commercial dimensions
• Team player, self-motivated, with a "can do" & cheerful attitude, promoting a positive image of the Biomin brand & products
• Pioneer spirit and performance orientation

The offer

• A challenging and varied role as part of a dynamic team in an inspiring working environment.
• An excellent salary and benefits package (pension scheme, bonus, company car, laptop, smartphone…)

Interested?

You can apply to this position by using the form below, including your curriculum vitae and a covering letter. For more information about this job you can also contact Mr. Jos Douven on +31 (0)65194 1954 or Mr. Sylvain Serra on +33 (0)6 3100 5831.

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