Job description
The Business Development Director works closely with the Board of Directors and Investment department of the Group to develop a new business unit in the field of alternative protein (insect-based novel food). This position requires a unique combination of good business sense and proven implementation abilities in food sourcing & food consultancy, B2B international sales network, P/L management.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Business Development Director must successfully manage time, identify tasks, determine priorities, and complete deliverables for the newly established business unit of the Group.
- Collaborate with internal and external resources to lead the business from A to Z such as factory setting, product research, and development, on/off-shore distribution license acquirement, etc.
- Build a strong succession planning for key positions in new protein sources, and be commercially responsible for the strategic positioning of our product in the market.
- Responsible for the new business design from farming to end production process and ensuring stable operation ready for future growth.
- Collaborate with the salesman in global offices to implement strategic position of new products in both America and EU markets.
- The duties are multi-faced and require the ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally. Identify and own the partnership with potential partners and stakeholders in both the food and food-tech industry.
- Collaborate with the Head of Investment department to conduct industry research, to prepare investment presentations and memos for meetings with Investment Committee.
Job Requirement
- 7+ years experience in the food industry with strong experience in B2B commercial activities acquired.
- He/she shall be self-motivated, trustworthy, and open-minded
- Have a various range of networks in farming products and the food industry.
- Deep knowledge of novel food, and insect-based protein is a strong plus.
- Able to prioritize work and work well under pressure.
- Experience in the consumer goods industry, manufacturing & trading.
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills with extraordinary ability in negotiation, influence, and stakeholder management especially same C-levels and other strategic partners.
- Open for expats.
Required Job Skills
international sales
new business development
P/L management