Sales Manager Europe

Damaco Foods Belgium, part of the Damaco Group, builds on a rich history dating back to 1964. What started as a local poultry slaughterhouse has evolved into an internationally active player in the food industry and a trusted partner in the supply of frozen food products.

Based in Oostrozebeke, Belgium, Damaco Foods Belgium specializes in the global distribution of a wide range of products, including poultry, beef, pork, fries, and vegetables.

With customers in more than 155 countries and supported by an international network of sales offices, we have built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships. As we continue to grow and expand our product portfolio, we are looking to strengthen our commercial team.

Your role

As a European sales manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing our export markets across Europe. You will play a key role in expanding our international business by building strong customer relationships and identifying new commercial opportunities.

Your responsibilities

• Managing and developing sales activities within assigned export markets.
• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing customers while actively identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Building and maintaining long-term partnerships with customers and business partners.
• Identifying market opportunities and contributing to the growth of our international sales activities.
• Ensuring smooth communication with customers by adopting a solution-oriented approach.
• Monitoring market developments and responding proactively to changing customer needs.
• Taking initiative to drive sales performance and achieve commercial objectives.
• Representing Damaco Foods Belgium during regular international business trips.
• Participating in international trade fairs and industry events, where Damaco Foods Belgium regularly exhibits, including events such as Anuga, SIAL, Gulfood, and other leading industry exhibitions.

Your profile

• You have 3 years of experience in international sales, with some knowledge of or affinity with the food industry. Experience in frozen food, food processing, meat trading, or related sectors is a plus.
• You have a strong commercial mindset and enjoy both developing new business opportunities and nurturing long-term customer relationships.
• You are willing to travel internationally approximately 10% of your time.
• You are proactive, entrepreneurial, and able to work independently.
• You are eager to understand and adapt to different regional business cultures and ways of doing business.
• You are results-oriented and motivated by achieving commercial targets.
• You have excellent communication skills, both externally with customers and internally with colleagues.
• You naturally bring enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude to the team.
• Fluency in Dutch, French, and English is essential due to the international nature of the role. Knowledge of German and/or Spanish is considered an asset.
• We value attitude, drive, and commercial talent as much as formal qualifications.

What we offer

Damaco Foods Belgium is a dynamic family-owned company characterized by a pragmatic, no-nonsense mentality. At Damaco Foods Belgium, you will join an entrepreneurial environment where initiative is valued and decisions can be made quickly. We offer an exciting and autonomous role with a high degree of responsibility, allowing you to make a real impact on our international growth ambitions.

Our offer includes:

• An exciting and autonomous role within an ambitious and internationally oriented organization.
• The opportunity to contribute to the continued international growth of our company.
• A competitive salary package, including:
  • A performance-based bonus
  • Company car
  • Mobile phone / Laptop
  • Group / Hospitalization insurance
  • 6 additional leave days (ADV days)

Ready to take on this challenge?

At Damaco Foods Belgium, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact by strengthening our international presence and building long-term partnerships across global markets.

Who knows, you might soon become our newest colleague

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