Sales Manager System Gastronomy f​/m​/d

Nova Taste is a global leader in taste innovation. With brands like WIBERG, Gewürzmüller, Gewürzmühle Nesse, Mühlehof Gewürze, Eppers, McClancy, Piasa, AMCO, Redbrook, BSA WIBERG, and THE MIGHTY, we provide high-quality savory ingredients and blends that enhance taste, texture, and shelf life for food service and industry partners worldwide. Nova Taste employs over 2,400 people and serves food manufacturers, butchers, food service and gastronomy players globally.

Are you a dynamic sales professional with a 'hunter' mentality, a drive for winning new business and a passion for food? We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager to rapidly grow our market share in the system gastronomy sector in Switzerland. If you thrive on building relationships, closing deals, and conquering new markets, this role is for you!

As Sales Manager System Gastronomy, you will take ownership of driving growth in a highly competitive market. Your mission: win new customers, expand our footprint, and position Nova Taste as a leading partner for system gastronomy chains. You will combine strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, working closely with Technical Support and Product Development to deliver tailored solutions that set us apart.

• Rapidly grow market share in system gastronomy in Switzerland
• Identify and acquire new customers with a 'hunter' mindset
• Develop customized concepts in collaboration with internal teams
• Conduct market and competitor analyses to spot growth opportunities
• Create and execute strategic account plans
• Lead contract negotiations and secure framework agreements
• Represent Nova Taste at trade fairs, industry events, and customer workshops
• Participate in regular team meetings in Switzerland and Salzburg

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Food Technology or similar
• 5–10 years of experience in B2B sales, ideally in system gastronomy or food service
• Strong affinity for food and a high interest in culinary trends
• Proven track record in new business development and market share growth
• Strong negotiation skills and customer orientation
• Data‑driven decision‑making approach
• Independent, structured working style with high willingness to travel within Switzerland
• Excellent German and English skills
• Confident use of CRM systems and MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint)

• Competitive compensation: attractive base salary, performance-based bonus, and company car
• Clear career development and growth opportunities
• Flat hierarchies and agile decision-making
• Innovative working environment in a successful international company
• Company pension scheme and corporate benefits
• Free professional mental health support via nilo.health