Key Account Manager

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward.

The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, Golden Island, BiFi and Peperami.

Jack Link’s EMEA is the European, Middle East and Africa regional arm of Jack Link’s Protein Snacks. In EMEA, Jack Link’s brand portfolio focuses on driving growth of the protein snacks category, with a strong emphasis on Jack Link’s (Beef Jerky, Biltong), Peperami, BiFi and Minuets, as well as expanding into alternative protein snacks.

Jack Link’s EMEA operates through a network of regional offices and production sites across Europe in Germany, Netherlands and United Kingdom.

But we’re not just about snacks; we’re driven by our core values: We team up, we tell it like it is, we own our game and shoot for the moon! Values we bring to life. Every. Single. Day.

The Key Account Manager is the LSI Business Partner for retail customers in the Netherlands as well the internal stakeholder to ensure customer first focus.

Key objective is to grow sales (volume and value) and market share by developing and implementing the commercial customer strategy and tactics for the BiFi and Jack Link’s brands.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Grow the BiFi and Jack Link’s brand and maximize profitable business development;
• Develop, lead and implement effective strategies for these customer to achieve maximum profitable growth.
• Manage and build excellent customer relationships making L.S.I. Netherlands B.V. a trusted business partner;
• Work in close collaborating with Operations, Commercial Finance, (Trade) Marketing and Category Management to make sure financial and commercial targets are met;
• Provide accurate and timely sales forecasts;
• Manage customer budgets within guidelines;
• Build and maintain a network within the industry;
• Embrace the Jack Link’s culture, incorporating its values into every day work life, acting as a culture ambassador and brand steward.

EU Citizenship and/or valid work permit is required. Jack Link’s EMEA does not offer a relocation package for this position. All applications must be submitted in English, as it is the company’s corporate language.

• Educational background in Sales, Business Adminsitration, Marketing or similar field
• At least 4 to 7 years of (sales) work experience in the FMCG industry, preferably in Food Retail.
• You were born sales professional
• English and Dutch bilingual
• You are able to work independent and self-motivated, you are a self-starter!
• By nature you are customer focused with strong negotiation and communication skills
• Your commercial and analytical skills are outstanding
• You drive results with a can do attitude and are capable to priortise when needed

Our benefits  

At Jack Link’s EMEA, you’ll find a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports performance, flexibility, and employee well-being!  

• A competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme (above market)    

• In addition to public holidays, you will benefit from 27 days of paid annual leave to rest, recharge, and maintain a healthy work–life balance.  

• Hybrid working model, because we believe the future of work is based on a modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 home office days.   

• Pension Scheme, we support your long-term financial well-being through a company-supported pension plan.  

• Lunch on Mondays and nutritious snacks and fruit throughout the week 

• Access to ClassPass Subscription, offering a wide range of fitness and wellness activities to support your physical and mental well-being.  

• Commuting allowance, to help cover your travel costs between home and the office.  

• You will be part of a vibrant, dynamic, and international team! Throughout the year, we organize a variety of team activities and initiatives designed to strengthen collaboration, encourage knowledge sharing, and foster a strong sense of belonging.   

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer  

Jack Link’s EMEA provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.