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About The Position

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in strategy consulting, FMCG, retail, international business development or commercial management.
• Experience working in international markets and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills combined with a structured, data-driven working style.
• Commercial mindset with a strong understanding of how businesses grow.
• Experience developing business cases, market strategies or commercial growth plans.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of ownership and a hands-on attitude.
• Excellent academic degree (Master's or equivalent) in Business Administration, Economics, Management or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills (C1) in English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with distributors, retail partners or go-to-market strategies is a strong plus.
• FMCG and retail experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• German and additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of international markets and drive sustainable commercial growth.
• Develop market strategies and identify opportunities for expansion across existing and new markets.
• Build, manage and develop strong relationships with distributors, retail partners and sales agencies.
• Own the commercial agenda in your markets, including: Distribution, Assortment, Pricing, Placement, Trade terms, Promotional planning, Route-to-market optimization.
• Develop business cases, commercial recommendations and go-to-market strategies based on market analysis and performance data.
• Lead or support commercial negotiations with distributors and retail partners.
• Monitor KPIs, forecasting, profitability and market performance to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to ensure successful market execution.
• Continuously improve structures and processes to support yfood's international growth.

Benefits

• We promote equal opportunities and value diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• yfood goes international. Although Germany is our home base, we have created a dynamic and colorful environment with our international markets, where many exciting topics are waiting for you.
• Agility is key. That's why we work in a hybrid work model and offer you the opportunity to work with Workation from other EU countries.
• Go with the flow. We contribute €30 towards your public transportation ticket.
• Vacation is important. That's why we give you 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• yfood keeps you fit. We offer Wellpass, workshops and campaigns (e.g. Yoga, Breathwork, Soccer and Pickleball) as part of our health management.
• Train your taste buds. Join our Sensory Team and try new products before anyone else.
• Plus, enjoy free yfood products in all our offices—or while working remotely.
• And yes, some startup clichés are true: fruit baskets, free coffee and plenty of yfood are included.
• Come as you are. Whether in a suit or a unicorn onesie—we don't have a dress code.