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At Puratos, we turn bold ideas into lasting impact through innovation, expertise, and a commitment to well-being.\nTo strengthen our team in Lagos, Nigeria we are looking for:\nKey Account Manager\nLagos, Nigeria\nYour Mission\nThe Key Account Manager (KAM) will be responsible for developing and managing strategic relationships with major accounts in Nigeria. The role focuses on driving business growth through new project openings, expanding product portfolios, and ensuring strong partnerships with top customers such as industrial bakeries, and large retail chains.\nWhat you will do\nAccount Development & Strategy\nIdentify, target, and open new business opportunities with top-tier industrial bakeries, pastry producers.\nDevelop and execute key account strategies aligned with company objectives and growth targets.\nEstablish long-term business partnerships and ensure consistent follow-up on commercial and technical activities.\n\nSales & Revenue Growth\nAchieve sales and profitability targets for assigned accounts.\nIntroduce new products, ingredients, and solutions to drive innovation within customer operations.\nNegotiate contracts, pricing, and annual agreements with key clients.\n\nProject Management\nLead new project development with clients-from concept to launch-coordinating with technical, marketing, and supply chain teams.\nEnsure timely execution of product trials, technical support, and approvals.\n\nMarket Intelligence\nMonitor industry trends, competitors, and customer insights to identify market gaps and growth opportunities.\nProvide regular reporting and forecasts on sales performance and account status.\n\nCollaboration\nWork closely with internal teams (technical support, R&D, logistics, and marketing) to deliver superior customer value.\nSupport promotional activities, customer training, and product demonstrations in collaboration with the technical team.\n\nWhat we expect from you\nBachelor’s degree Business Administration, Sales, or a related field.\n3+ years of experience in B2B sales or key account management within the bakery, pastry, food ingredients industry or anything related\nProven track record of developing and maintaining major accounts.\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.\nStrong analytical and project management abilities.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office.\nFluent in English. \nWillingness to travel across Nigeria and occasionally within the region.\nYou are curious about digital tools, data & AI and comfortable learning new systems to make work safer, simpler, and more efficient.\nWhat you can expect from Puratos\nYou join a rapidly growing international leader with a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, offering you the freedom to make an impact. At Puratos, we believe in rewarding talent and dedication. You can count on a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.\nWe are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, innovate, and make an impact. If you're looking for a workplace that values transparency, development, and passion, we'd love to hear from you!\nOur Mission\nAt Puratos, we believe that food has extraordinary power in people’s lives. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we turn innovation and food culture into opportunities for our customers’ success. We continuously improve the way we work by being curious about digital innovation - including data, automation and AI - to learn, collaborate and create impact together.\nWe want to move the planet forward by creating innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. With over 11,000 employees in over 85 countries and turnover of 3.6 billion euros (2025), Puratos thrives on innovation, a pioneering spirit, and a unique culture. 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