Role Overview:
Are you an FMCG sales expert with deep connections to European supermarket retail buyers?
Cravium Gourmet is expanding its European footprint, and we are looking for a highly connected and dynamic Business Development Consultant to drive our Private Label coffee business. In this role, you will be the face of Cravium in Europe, projecting us as a premier, highly certified manufacturer of functional and flavoured coffee capsules and ground coffee from India.
This is a flexible, performance-driven engagement ideal for an entrepreneurial professional who thrives on opening doors, participating in expos, and closing private-label deals with major retail chains.
Key Responsibilities:
* Business Development: Leverage your existing network of FMCG and coffee category managers/buyers to generate leads and secure private label contracts with supermarket chains across Western and Southern Europe.
* Market Penetration: Actively engage in cold calling, relationship building, and traveling for in-person client meetings to drive revenue.
* Tenders & Onboarding: Identify and apply for European retail tenders. Lead the vendor registration and article creation processes (fully supported by our internal backend team for the heavy administrative lifting).
* Brand Representation: Co-represent Cravium alongside company directors at major European trade shows and expos.
* Strategic Reporting: Provide weekly updates on pipeline progression, market trends, competitor pricing, and strategic insights.
* Pipeline Management: Utilize CRM tools to track leads, negotiations, and closures efficiently.
Key Requirements:
* Industry Network: Proven experience in FMCG sales with an active, established network of retail buyers and category managers in European supermarket chains (specifically Western and/or Southern Europe).
* Category Expertise: Deep understanding of the coffee category, ideally with direct exposure to the coffee capsule and ground coffee markets.
* Language Skills: Fluent in English (mandatory); proficiency in at least two additional European languages is highly preferred.
* Self-Starter Mindset: Willingness to travel for meetings, execute cold outreach, and work independently in a remote, consultative capacity.
* Technical Literacy: Comfortable using CRM software to manage the sales pipeline.
What We Offer:
A flexible, remote working arrangement.
Attractive Commissions OR Base Retainer + Commission.
Dedicated backend and administrative support from our corporate team.
The opportunity to represent a highly certified, globally trusted manufacturer with localized European logistics.
About Cravium Gourmet: Specialists in Functional, Flavoured & Private Label Coffee Solutions
Cravium is a premier coffee manufacturing partner for global retailers, specializing in functional coffee, flavoured coffee capsules, and ground coffee for private label and own-brand solutions. We support brands from concept to shelf-ready products with robust R&D, blend development, packaging, and scalable, factory-direct manufacturing.
Trusted by global brands and built for modern retail, we deliver innovative coffee solutions backed by strong credentials.
Private Label & Own Brand Coffee
Functional & Flavoured Coffee Expertise
Factory-Direct Manufacturing from India
European Warehousing & Logistics Infrastructure
FDA, GFSI, FSSC 22000 & Sedex Compliant
Let's build the next great coffee range together.
How to Apply: Send your resume at or apply directly via LinkedIn.