Technical Services Manager - Europe

Main Functions

• Manage sales of LBDS yeast, nutrient, enzymes and other process support products to biofuels producers and distillers in the territory (Western Europe).
• Manage technical support for LBDS proudcts in Europe. Work with large biofuels companies and distilleries on process improvement.
• Manage customer relationships within the region and develop the customer base.
• Work with the Business Area Manager and the Distilled Spirits Brand Director on the commercial and marketing strategies.
• Participate in product or process trials and write reports.
• Manage training sessions for customers: organization, agenda and technical presentations.
• Prepare sales plans and budgets.
• Adhere to company sales and marketing plans.
• Participate in industry conferences, educational events, internal meetings and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned by Business Area Manager.

Technical skills

Required

• Degree or MSc, preferably in microbiology and/or biology

An asset

• Experience in the production of biofuels and/or distilled spirits
• 2 to 3 years' commercial and/or technical experience

Personal abilities

Required

• Languages : English and French
• Self starter and strong team player
• Available to work without supervision and well organized

An asset

• Computer literate
• Good understanding of: Production - Budget - Sales - Strategy

General criteria

Required

• Valid driving license in Europe
• Available for travelling (up to 50% of the time) in Europe mainly and worldwide

Organization

Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.

Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits is a leading fermentation ingredients supplier (yeast, yeast nutrients, and antimicrobials) for both the bioethanol and distilled spirits markets. Our clients depend on Lallemand ingredients for their fermentation processes as well as consulting and training services for those sectors.

Supported by an extensive network of warehouses, Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits' main office is located in the United States, with satellite branches worldwide.

In both the biofuel and spirits industries, the team behind the operation demonstrates an unparalleled sense of innovation, aiming to provide the best possible quality of fermentation.

Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.