Account Manager France

Your role

As an Account Manager for the French market, you are responsible for driving commercial growth by developing new business and expanding existing strategic accounts. You own the commercial agenda for your market and actively build partnerships on both the sales and procurement side.

You work closely with internal teams such as supply chain, technical services, and the Trading department to turn opportunities into executed business. This role suits a proactive, deal-driven professional who enjoys opening doors, negotiating, and building momentum in an international setting.

Your responsibilities

Drive growth in the French market by acquiring new accounts and expanding existing customer and supplier relationships
Own the full commercial cycle from prospecting and opportunity development to contract negotiation and execution
Lead commercial negotiations on sales and procurement contracts, including pricing structures, INCOTERMS, and payment terms
Identify market opportunities, gaps, and trends, translating them into concrete commercial actions
Act as the primary commercial contact for assigned accounts, with frequent on-site visits
Ensure strong day-to-day cooperation with the Trading department, aligning on pricing, supply chain, and technical services to successfully execute business
Represent the company at client meetings, trade fairs, and industry events

Your profile

Proven experience in sales, account management, or commercial roles with a strong focus on business development

Native or fluent in French; professional command of Dutch is a strong advantage

Strong hunter mentality with a clear track record in acquiring new business and closing deals

Solid commercial negotiation skills and confidence in managing contracts and pricing discussions

Ability to read markets, identify opportunities, and act decisively

Strong communication and relationship-building skills across different cultures and seniority levels

Results-driven, resilient, and persistent, with a high level of ownership and accountability

Structured and disciplined way of working, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities in parallel

Willingness to travel regularly within the French market

Our offer

Competitive compensation and benefits. Salary depends on your experience and education.
Free delicious an healthy lunch.
Participate in fun team activities.
International career opportunities.
40 hour work week, 25 holidays.
We value your personal development and have a strategic focus on our learning program.
Free gym inside our office.
Travel internationally.

About Interfood

Get a glimpse of our trade team in Bladel

where energy, teamwork, and ambition fuel success every day.

We are a leading player in commodity trading in dairy products. We operate globally with 14 offices worldwide and with a team of over 380 colleagues, we connect suppliers and customers. With more than 50 years of experience, we empower our partners by providing in-depth market knowledge, strategic insights, and risk management solutions that create real impact across the dairy supply chain.

We empower our people with autonomy, we encourage them to take responsibility and make decisions. We don’t just offer a job; we offer a career with multiple paths for personal and professional development. In our informal culture, we provide our employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We believe in the power of teamwork, and our "Together for Better" philosophy drives our collaborative approach, creating a world-class team. And we foster a culture of well-being by promoting healthy, active lifestyles and supporting mental health.

When you join us, you enter a world where expertise, strategy, and action come together. We offer the opportunity to grow and succeed in an ever-evolving global market, while actively engaging in sustainable practices that drive innovation and shape the future of our industry.

Are you looking for an international company where you can develop both professionally and personally? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment but also value collaboration in a close-knit, informal team? Then Interfood is the ideal employer for you.

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