Remote
SaaS
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About this role
Position OverviewOur company is a science-driven global innovator in functional ingredients and nutraceuticals.
Building on decades of B2B leadership, we are actively expanding our footprint by scaling our core ingredient business while simultaneously launching a new commercial unit focused on finished B2C supplement brands across Europe.We are seeking a highly entrepreneurial, sales-driven Business Development Manager.
In this dual-impact role, you will be responsible for driving high-value B2B ingredient sales to industrial and contract manufacturing clients, while strategically building, launching, and scaling B2C supplement sales channels across online and offline retail in the DACH region and broader Europe.
Key
Responsibilities1.
B2B Sales & Key Account Management (Ingredients & CMOs)Revenue Generation: Drive commercial growth and achieve ambitious targets for high-value nutritional, cosmetical, and functional food ingredients.Client Engagement: Identify, negotiate with, and secure long-term commercial relationships with B2B clients in the Food, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical sectors across Southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.CMO Partnerships: Partner directly with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and formulation developers to integrate proprietary ingredients into finished products.Account Strategy: Develop and execute comprehensive annual business plans for strategic key accounts to maximize margin and market share.2.
B2C Market & Channel Development (Finished Supplements)Go-To-Market Execution: Lead the launch and commercialization strategy for the new B2C supplement portfolio in Germany and Europe.Multi-Channel Expansion: Identify, open, and scale key B2C distribution channels, including: E-Commerce: Amazon Marketplace, online pharmacies, and digital marketplaces.
Retail & Drugstores: Key buyers and category managers at major chains (e.g., DM, Rossmann, Müller). Pharmacies: Wholesalers, pharmacy associations (Apothekenverbünde), and speciali
Selling Motion
Prospecting
Channel / Partner
Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances
Buyer Persona
C-Suite
Selling to executive decision-makers
Territory
Vertical-Specific
Focused on a single industry vertical
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Sales Rep
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SaaS — Interview Intel
Typical Sales Cycle
30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)
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- "Our team won't adopt another tool"
Key Industry Metrics
Hot Topics to Reference
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- • Vertical SaaS consolidation
- • Usage-based pricing models
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