VP Sales

EMPWR creates high quality nutritious and delicious bars.Our company was founded in 2020 and has experienced remarkable growth ever since. We produce some of the most iconic and leading brands, setting the standard for taste and texture in the market. We're active in The Netherlands, Croatia, USA, Canada and Belgium, with 1300 passionate employees.As one talented team, we share a passion for high quality nutritious and delicious bars. Acting as entrepreneurs in our professions, we team up with each other on an exciting path to growth. EMPWR prioritizes employee safety and creates a motivating work environment that encourages collaboration and personal growth.This year, we're expanding even more and transform our operations into state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. With joined forces, we continue to grow.Join us and help shape the future of healthy snacking!We are looking for a Vice President of Sales to lead and scale our commercial function in the fast-growing healthy snacking space.This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving profitable growth, building strong customer partnerships, and developing a high-performing sales team.What You'll DoDrive GrowthIdentify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across core and adjacent marketsLead branded contract manufacturing sales effortsBuild and manage a strong, active pipeline through direct customer engagementPartner with R&D to develop products aligned with market needsOwn Commercial PerformanceDeliver on revenue and margin targetsManage pricing, volume, and customer mix to optimize profitabilityTranslate business strategy into clear customer plans and prioritiesEstablish disciplined forecasting and reporting rhythmsLead Customer RelationshipsServe as the primary contact for key accountsBuild long-term, trust-based partnershipsUnderstand customer operations to position EMPWR as a reliable, strategic partnerProactively resolve issues and ensure strong executionBuild & Lead the TeamLead, coach, and grow a high-performing sales teamCreate a performance-driven, entrepreneurial culturePartner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and R&DImplement tools, KPIs, and processes that drive resultsWhat You BringProven success in a senior commercial role (Sales Director, Commercial Leader, or similar)Experience in food manufacturing, branded, or CPG strongly preferredAbility to operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environmentStrong negotiation, relationship management, and execution skillsHands-on approach to forecasting, pricing, and margin managementBachelor's degree required; MBA is a plus