Job DescriptionAbout the roleAre you ready to take full ownership of a high-impact retail business in Belgium and Luxembourg?At Kraft Heinz, we are looking for a Sales Manager Retail Belux to join our Benelux Sales Leadership Team. Reporting to the Sales Director Retail Benelux, you will lead the Retail Belux business with full accountability for commercial performance, customer development, and team leadership.This is a role for a strong commercial leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You will shape channel strategy, lead key negotiations, grow senior customer relationships, and inspire a high-performing team in a dynamic and competitive market. Location: Berchem (Antwerp)What you will doAs Sales Manager Retail Belux, you will:Lead, coach and develop the Belux Retail sales teamDefine and implement the Retail Belux channel strategy to drive profitable growth and market shareOwn annual customer negotiations at both local and international level, in partnership with the relevant teamsBuild and strengthen relationships with key retail customers and senior stakeholdersDrive business performance with full P&L ownership and accountabilityMonitor, analyze and present monthly, quarterly and annual resultsLead the day-to-day commercial and operational performance of the Belgium and Luxembourg Retail businessPartner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver strong commercial execution and impactful activationsLeverage Kraft Heinz consumer platforms, such as Tomorrowland, with retail customers through 360-campaign activations that strengthen brand visibility, shopper engagement, and joint business impact.What you bringYou are a commercially driven and people-focused leader who knows how to create momentum, build strong partnerships, and deliver results.We are looking for someone with:A Master’s degreeFull professional proficiency in Dutch, French and English7+ years of proven experience in the Belux Retail channelStrong leadership experience, including team management and people developmentSolid experience managing key retail customers in Belgium and LuxembourgStrong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionProven experience in complex negotiations and buying group managementA strong track record of delivering business growth and leading with ownershipExperience working cross-functionally on large-scale commercial or marketing initiativesThe confidence to operate autonomously in a visible leadership roleWho you areYou bring the mindset and behaviors needed to thrive at Kraft Heinz:You are a strong communicator who can influence across all levelsYou simplify complexity and turn strategy into actionYou have sharp commercial instinct and a clear focus on resultsYou combine analytical strength with practical decision-makingYou lead with energy, ownership and accountabilityYou build strong internal and external relationships with easeYou balance ambition with collaboration and empathyWhat we offerAt Kraft Heinz, you will find an environment where you can make a real impact and grow your career.We offer:An ambitious and fast-paced environmentA strong career development trackA competitive base salary and above market bonus structureA permanent contractA lease car is includedThe opportunity to bring ideas to life and shape the future of the businessLocation(s)Antwerpen - Berchem Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.