Pyou is the international identity of Lavoropiù, one of the most notable Italian companies operating in recruitment and human resources consultancy. We offer international HR services through local subsidiaries and international recruiting teams. Today Pyou Global presents you a new opportunity: for the USA branch of a prestigious Italian company operating in the food and beverage industry, we are looking for a: National Business Development Manager – Chain Accounts The ideal candidate is a strategic and results-oriented sales professional with 5–10 years of experience in foodservice sales, ideally managing national or regional chain accounts. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the foodservice industry, excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills, and a proven track record of securing new business, driving menu adoption, and developing long-term partnerships.
Responsibilities:
Build, develop, and manage relationships with national and regional foodservice chains across procurement, culinary, operations, and marketing.
Identify and secure new product approvals, menu placements, and national rollouts to accelerate business growth.
Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue, distribution, and growth targets.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with major distributors and broker networks.
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, customer summits, and customer ideation sessions.
Manage a broad and fast-moving sales pipeline while working independently across a national territory.
Requirements:- 5–10 years of foodservice sales experience, preferably managing national or regional chain accounts.
- Proven track record of securing chain listings, driving menu adoption, and scaling commercial programs.
- Experience selling into QSR, fast casual, casual dining, hospitality, or dessert concepts is preferred.
- Fluent English required. Italian is a plus
- Ability to work independently and manage a national customer portfolio.
- Willingness and ability to travel nationally approximately 40–50%.
What we offer:
An exciting opportunity to play a key role in the expansion of a historic Italian brand in the U.S. food service market; Competitive salary of $100,000–$130,000 gross/year + performance bonus; Car allowance; Travel and business expenses covered; Health insurance
Workplace: United States
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