Senior Partnerships Manager (f/m/d)
Planet A Foods
Sales & Business Development
Munich, Germany
Posted on Nov 1, 2025
A Taste of What to Expect
- Lead and manage the business relationship with our global commercial partner and selected strategic end customers.
- Drive our global expansion in collaboration with our partner and major food retailers in markets such as the UK, US, Japan, and beyond.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with key retail players in existing and new markets.
- Work closely 1:1 with the sales teams of our commercial partner across multiple countries to identify synergies and execute growth strategies.
- Identify, evaluate, and implement new business opportunities to scale the partnership.
- Collaborate closely with our Head of Sales & Partnerships and the CEO to shape and execute partnership and expansion strategies.
There is the potential to move up to lead a small team and/or develop certain geographies in a lead position.
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
- 7+ years of experience in B2B sales or partnerships, ideally in the retail or FMCG sector.
- Proven ability to navigate both startups and global corporates effectively.
- Strong understanding of the retail industry and established networks or experience working with major food retailers.
- Entrepreneurial experience in entering and building new markets from scratch.
- Experience in a high-growth company is a strong advantage.
- A hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset — capable of defining strategy but also executing operationally.
- Strong empathy and relationship-building skills, with the ability to foster long-term, trust-based partnerships.
- High willingness to travel internationally and engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in Chocolate Industry, Food Ingredient Supply for Chocolate Industry or Confectionary Industry is a big plus, but combining great sales experience with fast learning about the industry can get you there too.
- Strong passion for sustainability and food.
- Inspiring personality - we love people who lift us up collectively and create an engaging and motivating environment.
A Sweet Package
- Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidised daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
- Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
- Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours, and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
- Lifestyle Vouchers: Wide range of voucher and subscription possibilities
- Attractive Discounts: a variety of offers from strong brands from all relevant areas of life – for example electronics, travel, fashion, home, and much more
- Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
- Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour, colour, and aroma of both current and future recipes
- Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day?
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.
We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.