Shan Foods is a global food brand dedicated to bringing authentic flavors to kitchens around the world. We believe food is more than just sustenance—it represents connection, culture, and convenience. At Shan, we foster a culture of creativity, continuous learning, and collaboration. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to shaping the future of the food industry. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career advancement.
The Head of Food Solutions – Pakistan will lead the Food Solutions business and the Field Sales team, driving growth in revenue, volume, and profitability across the region. This role involves building strategic partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, expanding into emerging channels, and strengthening distribution networks to ensure sustainable success. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a strong commercial mindset and a passion for delivering tailored food solutions to meet customer needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement business strategies to meet revenue, volume, and profitability goals.
- Establish and nurture strategic partnerships by understanding customer requirements and offering customized food solutions.
- Lead negotiations with key existing and potential customers to secure beneficial agreements.
- Identify and leverage growth opportunities within the meat, poultry, and snacks sectors.
- Drive new customer acquisition, channel development, and portfolio expansion.
- Manage distribution and route-to-market strategies to enhance market coverage and product availability.
- Formulate annual sales plans focusing on volumes, margins, and pricing to achieve business objectives.
- Monitor sales performance, forecasts, trade spends, and profitability, taking corrective actions as needed.
- Oversee discounts and rebate budgets to ensure efficient resource allocation and financial discipline.
- Conduct quarterly business reviews to assess progress, identify gaps, and improve performance.
- Enhance customer service standards by implementing processes that increase satisfaction.
- Keep abreast of market trends, customer demands, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the team through performance management, training, and succession planning.
Required Qualifications
- MBA in Sales or Marketing.
- 6 to 8 years of experience in solution-based or consultative sales.
- Strong business acumen with a focus on growth and profitability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Customer-centric mindset with the ability to build and sustain strategic partnerships.
- Strong analytical capabilities to translate business insights into actionable strategies.
- Proven track record in identifying growth opportunities, managing business performance, and leading teams.
Shan Foods is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the food industry on a global scale. Join us to be part of a team that is passionate about innovation and growth in the world of food solutions.