Sales Director, Food Colors Europe (m/f/d)

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will shape strategic growth initiatives, deliver against ambitious sales goals, and develop a strong team culture. Lead Sales Strategy & Execution:

• Develop and implement strategic plans that drive sales growth, market , and profitability.
• Identify new market opportunities, key segments, customer needs, and industry trends. Business Development & Market Analysis:
• Build comprehensive business plans for key accounts and market development initiatives.
• Work closely with R&D and Marketing to drive innovation and pipeline activity. Team Leadership:
• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing, international sales team.
• Ensure engagement, capability development, and succession planning for long-term team success. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Partner with peers in Technical, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance to align goals and deliver exceptional customer value. Drive Pricing and Marketing Initiatives:
• Oversee pricing strategies and marketing programs together with Marketing/R&D to support account managers in driving customer innovation and growth. Proven Sales Leadership Experience:

• A successful track record in sales within a B2B manufacturing environment — in specialty products, and value add solutions— with a strong customer and financial focus. Strategic & Commercial Mindset:
• Ability to understand market dynamics, translate them into actionable strategies, and manage business plans to meet ambitious targets. Strong People Leadership:
• Demonstrated experience managing remote, international teams. Effective communication, mentoring, and performance management skills are essential. Cross-Functional Agility:
• A collaborative approach with the ability to work across departments and geographies to solve problems and drive business results. Marketing & Product Insight:
• Understanding of market trends and product innovation with the ability to lead effective pricing strategies and customer-facing marketing efforts. Mobility & Presence:
• Willingness to travel extensively across Europe (minimum 60%) to maintain strong customer relationships and team engagement.

• Be a core member of the management team with the ability to shape the future of Sensient’s Food Colors business in EMEA. Career Growth & Development:
• Join a global company that values leadership, innovation, and talent development, and career progression. Dynamic, International Environment:
• Work in a diverse, cross-functional, and customer-centric culture where collaboration drives success. Attractive Package & Stability:
• Competitive compensation and benefits in a well-established, industry-leading organization. #LI-AM1

What You Will Get: Geesthacht, Schleswig-Holstein, DE Job ID 7058 Date posted July 21, 2026 Job Category Sales *Relocation to Hamburg area is required.* This role offers the opportunity to join our senior leadership team and lead a high-performing Sales organization across Europe, Middle East and North Africa. Leadership Role with Strategic Impact: