Sales Manager

About the role

Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, is seeking a Sales Manager for its Iraq operations. Based in Baghdad, you will drive business growth across Beverage and Bakery end‑user markets, working closely with key customers to implement the sales strategy and meet quota.

Key responsibilities

• Understand customer objectives and growth strategies in Beverage and Bakery markets, identifying new opportunities and customers.
• Develop account plans with strong proof points and validate them with customers.
• Lead cross‑functional resources to enhance customer experience and business growth.
• Manage annual financial budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Maintain opportunity pipeline aligned with business strategy and financial metrics (GM%, profitability, portfolio mix).
• Oversee commercial pricing, contract management, and margin protection.
• Enter and update customer and pipeline data in Kerry internal systems (e.g., SFDC).
• Own demand forecasting and continuous improvement metrics.
• Provide market, competitor, and customer insights to shape strategy.
• Network within the industry to strengthen Kerry’s brand and long‑term growth.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; Food Technology or science background is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Beverage and Bakery sales.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to develop customized solutions.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Salesforce (SFDC) for data management.