Junior Sales Manager

Responsibilities

• Support sales execution by identifying opportunities and driving customer acquisition across the GCC.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout the full sales cycle.
• Drive business development by generating leads and expanding the customer portfolio.
• Collaborate with senior sales managers to learn account management and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate customer projects by following up on briefs and ensuring timely delivery of solutions.
• Represent the company at client meetings and industry events while monitoring market trends.
• Support technical and sensory activities by collaborating with internal specialists on flavour solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in sales, business development, or a client-facing commercial role.
• Experience in a B2B environment is preferred.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background or exposure to the food & beverage or flavour industry.
• Experience in consultative or solution-based selling.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and assess customer needs.
• Science-related academic background (e.g., Chemistry or Food Science).

Benefits

• 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• Hybrid working model and 4 weeks of annual remote work (internationally).
• Annual flight allowance for full-time expats (after one year).
• Flexible working hours and option to swap Islamic holidays for other cultural days.
• Comprehensive private group health insurance.
• Ongoing learning and development support, including LinkedIn Learning access.
• Regular company events and paid team activities.

About the Company

Arethia is a rapidly expanding player in the flavour industry, specializing in innovative taste solutions and product co-creation. With over 70 years of history and more than 350 employees across Germany, Switzerland, Dubai, and Indonesia, we combine a long-standing reputation with a culture of agility, transparency, and progress.