MEA Bakery Solutions Portfolio & Commercialization Executive

Join Lesaffre, a global leader in yeasts and fermentation, as a Bakery Solutions Portfolio & Commercialization Executive. In this strategic role, you will drive the commercialization and growth of our Bakery Solutions portfolio in the MEA region. Your responsibilities will include portfolio management, project execution, commercial strategy, marketing collaboration, cross-functional collaboration, and training & knowledge sharing. You will work closely with various departments to ensure seamless execution and strategic alignment.

Développer et exécuter la stratégie du portefeuille de solutions de boulangerie pour la région MEA, en alignant les objectifs commerciaux globaux et les tendances du marché régional.

About Lesaffre

Sharing our mission of nourishing and protecting the planet

Responsibilities

• Conduire l'analyse du marché et de la concurrence pour identifier les lacunes, les opportunités et les menaces sur les marchés des ingrédients de boulangerie et de la levure.
• Définir les objectifs stratégiques pour chaque projet, en veillant à ce qu'ils soient alignés sur la feuille de route du portefeuille et les objectifs commerciaux.
• You have 5+ years of experience in portofolio management, project execution or commercialization. Experiences in FMCG, CPG or bakery industry and knowlegde of bakery ingredients, yeast and baking applications are preferred. Experience in the MEA region and understanding of local market dynamics is a plus.
• Proven track record in delivering projects on time and within budget, with strategic impact

Requirements

• Experience in commercialization, sales support, or marketing operations, with a strategic mindset
• Hands-on experience in defining sales tools, training needs, and go-to-market strategies
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strategic mindset
• Results and clients oriented
• Good team player at ease in a multi-cultural and expertise team

Preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• Basic design skills (Canva, Adobe Acrobat) for reviewing sales materials
• Experience with CRM or sales enablement platforms
• Fully fluent in English and French, other MEA languages are a plus

Benefits

• Being part of an organization with human-centered values

Additional Information

Kindly note that frequent trips are to be planned within the MEA region (20-30%).

Advancing your career in a diverse and rewarding work environment

*At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.*