Sales Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Korea.

📋 Description

• Oversee all sales operations in South Korea across retail, convenience, and food service sectors.

• Establish and nurture customer relationships.

• Formulate sales strategies for both new and existing clients.

• Manage category development with key partners.

• Evaluate sales performance for Oatly and its competitors.

• Engage in product development and launches.

• Oversee customer profit and loss accounts.

• Collaborate with the Marketing team on local initiatives to enhance brand visibility.

• Identify opportunities for special events.

• Attend sales and marketing conferences.

• Serve as a brand ambassador.

• Provide support to the Swedish organization when necessary.

• Organize the establishment and growth of the Korean location.

• Develop a proficient sales team.

• Report directly to the APAC Country Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• Several years of experience in sales within the food industry.

• Relevant university degree or equivalent qualifications.

• Significant experience and a proven track record as a Key Account Manager.

• Familiarity with distributor management.

• Demonstrated ability to forge and maintain strong relationships with retailers and customers.

• Strong negotiation capabilities.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Korean and English.

• Strategic thinking and planning skills.

• Proficiency in computer applications including Word and Excel.

• Willingness to travel as required for fairs and events.

• Valid driver's license.

🏝️ Benefits

• Commitment to sustainability, health, and transparency as part of the company mission.

• Opportunity to initially work from a home office.

• Potential to build and develop the Korean location and sales team.

• Involvement in sales and marketing conferences.

• Travel opportunities for fairs and events.