Retail manager

What will you do?

As a Retail Manager, you will be part of our international, professional, and dedicated Commercial Team, with primary responsibility for driving the development and growth of our retail business within the fruit and vegetable sector. You will manage key retail accounts across Europe, build and strengthen customer relationships, develop commercial programs, and identify opportunities that contribute to sustainable growth.

• Independently managing and achieving sales and margin targets;

• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with retailers and other commercial partners;

• Developing and coordinating commercial programs with customers;

• Analyzing sales performance, market trends, and customer developments to identify new opportunities;

• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to align product availability, quality, packaging, and other commercial activities, ensuring the right products reach the right customer;

• Negotiating commercial agreements and ensuring successful execution of customer programs;

• Monitoring budgets and supporting the achievement of commercial objectives;

• Contributing to the continued growth and positioning of the organization within the retail market.

• HBO

• English

Who are you?

• You are proactive, entrepreneurial, and results-driven;
• You have strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills;
• You are able to identify market trends and business opportunities;
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with customers and colleagues;
• You are flexible and thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment;
• You are fluent in English, and additional languages (such as Dutch, Spanish, French, or German) are a plus;
• You have a strong affinity for fresh produce and a solid understanding of commercial trading processes;
• You have a Bachelor-level (HBO) education or higher, or can demonstrate an equivalent level through relevant work experience;
• You are willing to work full-time from our office in Waddinxveen and travel when required.
• Experience in the FMCG industry is an advantage

What do we offer?

• A full-time position.
• The prospect of a permanent contract.
• Career growth opportunities with the potential to advance into the Management Team.
• A competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.
• 13th-month salary payment.
• 26 vacation days per year.
• Pension scheme.
• Training and personal development opportunities.
• A weekly fruit and vegetable package at a reduced employee rate.
• Employment conditions in accordance with the Dutch Fresh Produce Collective Labour Agreement (CAO Groenten & Fruit).

Are you the one we are looking for?

We look forward to receiving your motivation letter and CV. For more information about our company and other vacancies, please visit our website: www.roveg.nl. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.