Versele is a leading manufacturer of high quality food and care products for pet and performance animals with 10 factories in 3 continents. We sell our strong brands in over 85 countries thanks to our team of 1.100 colleagues with a true passion for animals. Our group headquarters are based in Deinze near Ghent. We produce more than 95% of our products in house starting from the best raw materials until the final packed product.
After more than 90 years of expertise since our founding, we are still a rock solid family owned company with a unique culture based on respect, passion and engagement. Our track record of strong growth continues in our long term ambitions based on innovation, high investments, regional expansion and of course our dedicated teams.
Every day, we are nurturing the bond between people and over 25 Million animals with the best nutrition and care products. We take our responsibility to improve the wellbeing of people and animals seriously through a wide range of initiatives. Next to that, we contribute to a better planet through local sourcing, lower CO2 emissions, energy and waste reduction.
In the United States, Versele oversees four core company brands: Versele, Higgins Premium Pet Foods, Cavalor and Roudybush.
· Versele and Higgins Premium Pet foods operate out of Miami, FL and offer a wide assortment of food, treats and supplements for birds, small animals and pigeons. They are committed to providing pets with the highest quality nutrition free of any artificial flavors, colors and preservatives.
· Cavalor operates out of Dalton, GA and produces a complete line of premium horse feed, supplements and care products. They are focused on addressing the unique nutritional issues and challenges in the equine industry and are considered a leading nutrition solution provider.
· Roudybush operates out of Sacramento, CA and is a specialized bird food manufacturer. It offers science-based pellets, nectars, squab, and other diets for companion birds.
Developing both a national and international sales strategy with a focus on the global market (outside of Spain)
Manage a portfolio of international distributors
Monitor sales evolution by geographical area and market segment
Work together closely with marketing and product development to define action plans & communication to achieve growth targets
Represent the company at international trade fairs, exhibitions, and customer visits
Prepare sales forecasts, budgets and regular performance reports
Full ownership of sales performance with a direct report to the general manager
Sales experience, preferably in international sales
Willing and able to travel on a regular basis (=50%)
Strong affinity with the pet food industry is a plus
Analytical skills combined with a hands-on approach
Professional proficiency in both English & either Spanish or Catalan is a must
Comfortable working in a small company environment with high responsibility
Independent and results driven
Proximity to our offices in Catalonia (area of Barcelona)
A strategic, stable role in a growing company
High autonomy and an international working environment
Opportunities for professional growth in the avian sector
Remuneration package according to your competences and obtained results
Passionate about pets since 1932.
In just 4 generations, Versele-Laga grew from a small-scale cattle feed company into an international manufacturer of high-quality food and care brand products for pets and performance animals.
Today, we are still a family business but an international manufacturer as well. All in the beating heart of Deinze (Flanders,Belgium). More than 15.5 million animals in more than 85 different countries enjoy our nutrition. Every day. With a wide variety of more than 2000 carefully developed and specialised products, we meet the needs of almost every pet (birds, pigeons, small mammals, dogs, cats, farm animals, etc.)
"At Versele-Laga, we all share the same passion: to nurture the bond between people and pets with the best nutrition and care brand products."
What is our ambition?
Animals are our world. Nurturing the bond between people and pets is what drives us every day. We are proud that every 2 seconds, someone takes care of their pet or performance animal with our quality products.
With our expertise, we guide everyone to the right pet food and care products for all types, breeds and life stages. This is how we want to become your best choice.
