Job Description

Are you attracted to strategic leadership in agricultural commodities and European key account development?

Join our team! Working autonomously on varied projects, you will develop your expertise in a stimulating and supportive environment.

YOUR EVERYDAY EXPERIENCE IF YOU JOIN US

As part of a strategic and international agri-trade environment, we are recruiting for our Industry & Commodities Product Line an Agriculture Europe Key Account Manager (F-M-D) on a permanent contract.

Reporting to Global Agri Trade Director, you will join a team of high-level experts based in Geneva, Switzerland or in one of our European agencies.

You will work closely with our operational teams and our clients within the framework of European agricultural commodity markets and strategic account development.

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

Your mission is to define, lead, and execute the strategic development of major European agricultural accounts, ensuring sustainable growth, market positioning, and long-term partnerships. Your role is essential to strengthening Bureau Veritas’ influence and expanding its footprint across the European agri ecosystem.

You will:

• Lead and structure the development of key European agricultural accounts at executive level

• Define and deploy strategic account plans aligned with customer and Bureau Veritas objectives

• Drive complex commercial negotiations and secure multi-country framework agreements

• Identify and unlock new growth opportunities across commodities, services, and geographies

• Deliver high-value market intelligence on agri commodities, regulations, and emerging trends

• Align and influence cross-functional and regional teams to ensure seamless execution

• Represent Bureau Veritas at senior industry forums, reinforcing our visibility and credibility

THE SKILLS THAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Agricultural trading expertise — Strong background in commodities or agri-trade with deep understanding of European market dynamics

Strategic sales leadership — Ability to manage large accounts, structure deals, and drive long-term growth

Influence and stakeholder management — Proven capability to align stakeholders in a complex matrix organization without direct authority

TIC business acumen — Understanding of testing, inspection, certification, and export-related operational environments

Agility in complex environments — Ability to operate in unstructured contexts, navigate ambiguity, and proactively build clarity

Executive presence — Credibility and professionalism to act as a trusted partner externally and internally

Collaborative leadership — Strong team player mindset, fostering connections and collective performance

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

You hold a degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in business, agriculture, international trade, or a related field from an engineering school or business school.

You have at least 10 years of experience, ideally with a strong interest in agricultural commodities and European markets.

WHAT WE OFFER

Salary: Salary and benefits will be discussed according to your profile.

Career Development:

All our positions are open to internal mobility. We encourage professional growth and skills development.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender or personal circumstances.

WHO WE ARE

Bureau Veritas is a global leader (84,000 employees in 140 countries) in testing, inspection, and certification services. We help clients meet compliance, reduce risks, and improve performance. Integrity, impartiality, and independence define our culture.

Apply now — you are one click away from your next career step!

YOUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS (IF PRE-SELECTED)

• Initial phone call or an e-mail with Recruiter (5–10 minutes)

• HR video interview with Recruiter (60 minutes)

• On-line personality test (30 minutes)

• Operational interview(s) with Global Agri Trade Director