Global Key Account Manager – Food

il y a 3 semaines


Antwerp, Belgique SGS Temps plein
Job Description Responsible for the development of long-term sustainable business partnerships between SGS Food and our Key international food clients. Represent the SGS network in reporting directly to our client’s senior management teams in a professional manner regarding SGS’ performance  Responsible for the strategic growth and development of key international clients. In conjunction with the International Sales team, develop and ensure successful implementation of a client specific Global Key Account Development Plan, matching the key drivers and needs of the client with SGS Act as the primary liaison between SGS and the client’s management team at a Director or VP level in order to lead and ensure the smooth and effective management of existing programs with the global network in accordance with client KPIs. Manage the deployment and enhancement of global co-operative agreements within the SGS network, ensuring that all program elements are properly deployed and monitored on an on-going basis. Liaise effectively with global technical teams in advance of the deployment of new projects to ensure the optimum execution structure and technical support is agreed and implemented. Manage the investigation and resolution/remediation processes for any client concerns or complaints following appropriate escalation procedures as required. Identify and mitigate risk relating to poor performance and/or client expectations, with a proactive and constructive approach.

More specifically, you will

Be responsible for the development of long-term sustainable business partnerships between SGS and our key international food & beverage clients; Manage the deployment and ongoing management of international programs falling under global co-operative agreements within the SGS network, ensuring that all program elements are properly deployed and monitored on an on-going basis;  Liaise effectively with both technical teams and local affiliates, ensuring the optimum execution structure and technical support is agreed and implemented;  Represent the SGS network in reporting directly to our client's senior management teams in a professional manner regarding SGS' performance; Responsible for the strategic growth and development of key international clients; Act as the primary liaison between SGS and the client's management team at a Director or VP level in order to lead and ensure the smooth and effective management of existing programs with the global network in accordance with client KPIs; Manage the investigation and resolution/remediation processes for any client concerns or complaints following appropriate escalation procedures as required. Identify and mitigate risk relating to poor performance and/or client expectations, with a proactive and constructive approach.

Note that although international sales experience can be an asset in this position, this is not a sales role.

Qualifications

Profile & Qualifications

Educated to degree level or equivalent in a Science or Food related subject. We are also open to candidates with a business-related degree; A minimum of 5 years' experience in a related project or contract management related role; Knowledge of areas such as food chemical, contaminant and microbiological testing; Previous experience in a consulting, auditing, regulatory or quality control environment within the food & beverage industry would be desirable; Strong leadership skills with the ability to interact with senior management internal and within client base;  Fluent in English and/ or French (verbal & written)

Core Skills & Competencies

Ability to represent SGS professionally at client senior management levels Analytical mind, lateral thinker and ability to identify a problem and find a solution Customer-focused and service oriented Strong commercial and business acumen Highly effective communicator at all levels with strong inter-personal skills Strong organisation and time-management skills Excellent attention to detail Strong and engaging presentation skills Leadership and influencing skills Ability to work well under pressure Good team player, able to work independently and with others Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Solution oriented approach

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