Your place of work
OVI, the ‘Olense Vleeswarenindustrie’ is a Belgian family company located in Olen.
We are a renowned player in the food industry, specializing in the production of high-quality freshly prepared meals, frozen snacks, sausage rolls, meat preserves, smoked sausages, pâtés, artisanal croquettes, and handcrafted appetizers. Quality and innovation are our top priorities, and we take pride in our artisanal approach and customer-focused service.
As a Key Account Manager, you will work from our headquarters in Olen, regularly collaborating with the Sales Director and your colleagues. In addition, you will actively seek out new opportunities in the market.
Your responsabilities
- Actively search for new B2B opportunities within the food sector and maintain and expand existing customer relationships.
- Understand and map out the expectations and needs of (potential) clients, such as retailers, wholesalers, industrial clients, etc.
- Convince clients to choose OVI products through your expertise and passion for food.
- Manage various client portfolios and strive for long-term partnerships.
- Primarily focus on the Benelux, with opportunities to expand into Western Europe.
- Participate in food fairs and events to expand our network and visibility.
Your ingredients
- You have proven experience in a commercial (B2B) role within the food sector.
- You communicate fluently in Dutch, French, and English (knowledge of German is a plus).
- You have a strong passion for food and can convey this to customers.
- You are able to work independently while being a team player.
- You have a strategic and analytical mindset.
- You are familiar with the most commonly used IT applications.
Our offer
OVI stands as a family-oriented and ambitious SME located in Olen, known for producing high-quality ‘Made in Belgium’ products. For over fifty years, we have been making a wide variety of freshly prepared meals, frozen snacks, sausage rolls, canned meats, smoked sausages, pâtés, artisanal croquettes, and gourmet appetizers.
- You will join a 100% Belgian, even Kempish, family business that is easily accessible.
- You will have an exciting and highly varied job.
- You will be part of a financially healthy company with long-term collaboration opportunities.
- You will have the chance to follow specific training programs.
- You will receive a competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and qualifications (+ group insurance, year-end bonus, and vacation bonus).
- You will be provided with a company car, fuel card, laptop, and mobile phone subscription.
- In addition to the statutory 20 days of vacation, you will also receive 6 extra ADV days.
- You will enjoy discounts on all our delicious food products.
