Job benefits
Your responsibilities and tasks
GEA provides customized process solutions for the dairy, beverage, and food industries, as well as the chemical sector. Particularly in the field of New Food, we develop comprehensive process technologies from the laboratory phase to industrial production to ensure innovative food products. Our services include the design, construction, configuration, and installation of versatile and efficient equipment, technologies, processing lines, and complete plants.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for a Business Developer New Food to join our team in Alcobendas as soon as possible.
Your Responsibilities:
Strategic Sales Development: Expand market share through lead generation and increasing conversion rates, supported by CRM-based monitoring.
Market Analysis & Expansion: Successfully enter new and emerging markets.
Sales Activity Management: Prepare comprehensive performance reports with actionable insights for global sales meetings.
Implementation & Optimization of Sales Strategies: Continuously develop and refine existing processes.
Key Account & Partner Relationship Management: Build and strengthen relationships with key customers and partners.
Cross-Departmental Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams such as the Center of Competence, Application Management, Project Management, and Service.
Customer Consultation & Solution Development: Advise customers throughout the proposal process and develop innovative solutions tailored to specific requirements.
Your profile and qualifications
Master's degree (MSc or higher) in Biotechnology, Process Engineering, or a comparable field.
At least five years of experience in a similar role within the engineering sector; experience in the food industry is a plus.
Deep understanding of end-to-end (E2E) processes and market knowledge in cell-based fermentation and precision fermentation.
Strong strategic thinking combined with a structured working style.
Proven expertise in project management, communication, and negotiation.
Fluent English skills (spoken and written). A second language is a plus.
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across different disciplines.
We offer:
Attractive compensation package with flexible remuneration options (e.g., health insurance, restaurant tickets).
Private health insurance plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
23 days of vacation per year.
Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
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Join a top employer
GEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability.
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A world of opportunities
We’re a global industrial engineering company and one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world.
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About GEA
GEA’s heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries.
