Export Sales Manager – Olive Oil Division

SOYA HELLAS S.A., a leading industrial and commercial company in Greece, is seeking an experienced Export Sales Manager to join its headquarters in Athens and drive the international growth of its Olive Oil Division across European and global markets.

The role is addressed to experienced export professionals with proven expertise in the food industry, capable of developing European and international markets and building strong commercial partnerships worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the international export strategy and drive market expansion across European and International markets

• Identify and penetrate new markets

• Build and manage a strong network of importers, distributors and retail partners

• Negotiate commercial agreements and expand the international client portfolio

• Represent the company in trade fairs and commercial missions

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Food Technology, Agricultural Economics or a related field

• Master’s degree in International Trade, Export Management, Marketing or Agribusiness will be considered a strong asset

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in export sales or international business development within the food industry. Experience in the olive oil sector will be considered an advantage

• Proven track record in developing and penetrating international markets

• Strong knowledge of European and international food distribution networks

• Experience working with importers, distributors or international retail chains

• Experience in private label projects will be considered a strong advantage

• Participation in European and international food exhibitions such as Anuga, SIAL, PLMA, Gulfood or similar will be highly appreciated

• Excellent command of English (additional languages will be considered an advantage)

• Availability for frequent international business travel

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a results-driven export professional with hands-on experience in the food industry, capable of independently developing European and international markets and managing key commercial partnerships.

He or she should have

• Direct exposure to European and international food trade

• Experience in the olive oil sector will be considered an additional advantage

• Experience working with distributors, importers or retail chains

• Strong commercial negotiation skills and the ability to develop long-term strategic partners

• Familiarity with international food trade fairs and export business development

Company Offers

• Competitive remuneration package

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic export environment

• Participation in major trade activities and market development