Luxco
Ingredients Sales & Business Development Director
Luxco, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Overview
MGP Ingredients is seeking a seasoned and strategic
Director of Ingredient Sales and Business Development
to lead growth in our
textured plant protein
product lines. This role is ideal for a proven sales leader with deep knowledge of the alternative protein market and a passion for innovation and customer engagement. You will play a critical role in expanding our Proterra branded platform, securing key accounts, and partnering cross-functionally to drive business results. If you have a successful track record in
B2B food ingredient sales , especially in
textured soy, pea, or wheat proteins , and thrive in a high-impact, entrepreneurial environmentthis is your opportunity to lead and shape the future of sustainable food innovation. Responsibilities
Pursue new opportunities and drive applications for textured proteins in partnership with product development. Achieve/exceed revenue, volume, and margin goals through effective sales strategy execution. Manage the largest U.S. sales region and distributor network; strengthen existing and cultivate new customer relationships. Track and report trends, customer feedback, and whitespace opportunities. Maintain accurate records of activity in Salesforce. Qualifications
Education: B.S. in Food Science, Food Technology, Business, or related field; MBA preferred. Experience:
1012 years in B2B food ingredient sales, particularly in textured plant proteins (soy, wheat, pea). Proven experience managing key accounts in national food companies. Background in product development or meat/meat alternative industry is a plus. Existing customer contacts in the alternative protein space highly desirable. Experience managing a sales funnel > 15MM pounds.
Skills:
Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce. Ability to present to C-suite and R&D professionals. Self-starter with demonstrated leadership and team collaboration abilities. Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Job details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Wine & Spirits
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MGP Ingredients is seeking a seasoned and strategic
Director of Ingredient Sales and Business Development
to lead growth in our
textured plant protein
product lines. This role is ideal for a proven sales leader with deep knowledge of the alternative protein market and a passion for innovation and customer engagement. You will play a critical role in expanding our Proterra branded platform, securing key accounts, and partnering cross-functionally to drive business results. If you have a successful track record in
B2B food ingredient sales , especially in
textured soy, pea, or wheat proteins , and thrive in a high-impact, entrepreneurial environmentthis is your opportunity to lead and shape the future of sustainable food innovation. Responsibilities
Pursue new opportunities and drive applications for textured proteins in partnership with product development. Achieve/exceed revenue, volume, and margin goals through effective sales strategy execution. Manage the largest U.S. sales region and distributor network; strengthen existing and cultivate new customer relationships. Track and report trends, customer feedback, and whitespace opportunities. Maintain accurate records of activity in Salesforce. Qualifications
Education: B.S. in Food Science, Food Technology, Business, or related field; MBA preferred. Experience:
1012 years in B2B food ingredient sales, particularly in textured plant proteins (soy, wheat, pea). Proven experience managing key accounts in national food companies. Background in product development or meat/meat alternative industry is a plus. Existing customer contacts in the alternative protein space highly desirable. Experience managing a sales funnel > 15MM pounds.
Skills:
Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce. Ability to present to C-suite and R&D professionals. Self-starter with demonstrated leadership and team collaboration abilities. Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Job details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Wine & Spirits
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