Sales manager exhibitions (Agrifood)

Come work in our international team and be part of the growth of the VIV trade shows worldwide!

What you will do

You will work from our Utrecht office, in a fast-paced, international environment. Your main goal is to attract new clients and grow strong relationships with existing ones in the livestock and protein sector.

You stay on top of the market trends in the international livestock and protein sector and help our clients connect with their target audience through smart creative solutions, whether physical, digital, or a mix of both. You will work closely with clients and partners, both in the office and out in the field.

You are able to spot high value commercial opportunities, enjoy building long-term relationships, and know how to turn ideas into results. You are proactive, a confident business partner for our clients and ready to make an impact.

About VIV

VIV is the flagship brand of VNU Europe Exhibitions, the international branch of Royal Jaarbeurs, and caters to the international agrifood sector. The brand is an absolute leader internationally in the field of livestock farming and protein production across species.

Our international trade shows include VIV Europe, VIV Asia, VIV MEA, VIV Africa, and the national editions like VIV Select China, VIV Select Türkiye and the recently launched VIV Select India.

The VNU team in Utrecht consists of 15 colleagues and is an international, multicultural, and dynamic team. You will also work closely with the team at the VNU office in Bangkok.

What you bring

• A medior to high professional education level of thinking and working
• At least 2 years of experience in a commercial environment and experience with lead generation and consultative selling
• A natural talent for customer focus, taking initiative, persuasiveness, result-driven thinking and a strong commercial drive
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel occasionally
• You live in the Netherlands and are able to come to the Utrecht office 3-4 days a week
• Experience in exhibition sales or knowledge of international agribusiness / nutrition is a plus, but not a requirement

What we offer

• Participation in the commission scheme (1 month’s salary at OTE, max. 2.5 months’ salary)

Please note that for this position it is required that you already work and live in the Netherlands. We will not provide a sponsorship.