At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS we are inspired by our belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. We are driven by the vision that everyone deserves the coffee they love.

What’s it like to work at JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS?

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS: A coffee for every cup

Working with us means you’ll be making an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We work as a team, celebrating success and supporting one another. Our associates work with a diverse group of like-minded people, in an innovative environment committed to doing the right thing – all across the world. What you do here will get noticed.

We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic Key Account Manager, Greece who will join our Retail business.

Reporting to National Key Account Manager Greece, you will be based in Athens and responsible for:

• Developing sales strategies, aimed at achieving or surpassing pre-determined sales objectives for supporting the growth of the company’s business (WD, range, shelf, activation, revenue management)
• Developing & maintaining strong relationships with large national distribution accounts and overseeing the expansion of sales by identifying opportunities to further expand the business
• Coordinating effectively with many of the company’s functions (Field Sales, Finance, Supply Chain etc.) to provide the best possible service required to customers & business needs
• Managing assigned budget to achieve annual volume/value objectives and analyzing customers profile to support business proposals

You are qualified for the role if you combine the following:

• A Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or relevant; an MBA or Master will be considered an asset
• Solid experience in a supervisory level sales position for at least 3 years
• Business acumen combined with an entrepreneurial approach; ability to identify and act upon business opportunities
• Fluency both in English and Greek
• Proficiency in using MS Office and especially Excel
• Excellent communication skills with a market-oriented approach and proven record of successful negotiations with customers
• Strong analytical & numerical skills

What we can offer

• The opportunity to join a highly successful global, yet local, coffee company at an exciting time of steep business growth
• A strong focus on developing our team members through a series of on the job challenges, coaching and training, with the support of state-of-the-art tools and technologies
• A highly competitive Compensation & Benefits package

Join us!