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Field Sales & Execution Lead

Hybrid in Amstelveen·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Nestlé

26 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Amstelveen
Contract
Full-time
Languages
Dutch
Experience
7+ years

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • HBO or WO working and thinking level;
  • at least 7 years of relevant commercial experience within FMCG, retail, sales, or trade marketing;
  • demonstrable experience in leading, coaching, and developing teams and managing external partners;
  • strong financial insight and experience with budget responsibility and KPI-driven performance management;
  • strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate strategy into effective execution;
  • excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get


The job offers more than just a challenge:

Disclaimer: the final job category and grading are determined based on the candidate's experience, competencies, and job requirements.

  • a full-time role (39 hours) with excellent conditions: 13th month, 25 vacation days, and 6 ATV days based on full-time;
  • salary indication starting from €6000 based on full-time, knowledge, and experience;
  • annual performance bonus of 8%, depending on company and individual performance;
  • lease car;
  • hybrid working with an allowance for an ergonomic home working environment;
  • corporate fitness via Bedrijfsfitness and Urban Sports Club;
  • various opportunities for career development, both in the Netherlands and internationally;
  • free baby food for a full year after the birth of your little one, up to €500 per year per child;
  • green mobility options: e-bike lease or tax benefits upon purchase;
  • and of course, you may bring your dog to the office.

The role

Every day, thousands of consumers make their choice in a matter of seconds. Everything comes together on the shop floor: availability, visibility, and execution that ensures strong brands stand out. That is your playing field. With your commercial eye, leadership, and sense of collaboration, you will turn strategy into visible results and help build the future of Field Sales within Nestlé Netherlands.

You bring the following for the Field Sales & Execution Lead position:

What you'll do

As Field Sales & Execution Lead, you have the following responsibilities:

  • translating commercial strategies and category priorities into maximum impact on the shop floor;
  • directing, coaching, and developing the internal Field Sales team and the collaboration with external partner Sarawak;
  • achieving strong results in terms of availability, visibility, and execution at customers;
  • further developing the Field Sales organization with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and execution excellence;
  • steering on KPIs and bearing responsibility for performance management, contract management, and budget management;
  • building strong partnerships with Categories, Key Account Management, customers, and other stakeholders within the commercial organization.

As Field Sales & Execution Lead, you report to the Head of Corporate Customers and are part of the Commercial Division of Nestlé Netherlands.

Even more reasons to work at Nestlé:

  • flexible working policy, designed to give you more choice and freedom in organizing your work week;
  • boost your development: training, development programs, and coaching to grow your skills and career;
  • attention to your well-being, including our Employee Assistance Program and various wellbeing activities;
  • a working environment in which you can be fully yourself and contribute as a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Ambassador;
  • the chance to contribute to Nestlé's mission to improve quality of life and create a better future.

Hiring process

4 steps3 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. CV screening

  3. Initial interview

    With a recruiter

    A conversation about your interests, experience and motivation, with more detail on the role.

  4. Interview with the People Manager

    With a hiring manager

    A competency interview, virtual or in person, exploring your fit with the department and the role.

  5. Evaluation

    Certified tools on cognitive abilities and learning preferences; a case study or practical test may be requested.

  6. Final interview

    With stakeholders and possibly the future team

    Different stakeholders take part; you may meet the team you would work with.

  7. Offer

  • The evaluation is explained to you beforehand.
  • Nestlé keeps you updated on your application status and gives feedback after interviews.
  • Interviews may be by phone, video or in person; the recruiter explains the steps.

About Nestlé

Industry
Food and Beverages
Founded
1866
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Vevey, Switzerland
Website
nestle.es

In their own words

Additional information

Respect is central to the culture of Nestlé. We value diversity as an essential part of our culture. Embracing the differences between people is what stimulates our product development and working environment. It is important that everyone feels accepted, comfortable, and safe at Nestlé, regardless of gender, religion, cultural background, age, disability, or whom they love. We strongly believe that diversity stimulates creativity and innovation and moves our organization forward. Therefore, we actively strive for a culture and leadership that offers equal opportunities for everyone!

Our recruiters are ready to answer your questions. Send your question to careers@nl.nestle.com.

Applying for the Field Sales & Execution Lead position?

You can! If your profile matches the job description, we would love to receive your CV and motivation letter.

We use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tool to schedule interviews with our candidates. So keep an eye on your email for the interview invitation! During the registration of your application, you will be asked if we may send you WhatsApp messages; if you answer 'yes' to this, you will receive communication via WhatsApp in addition to messages by email. Communication via our AI tool is in English, but our recruiters speak both English and Dutch.

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