U.S. Business Development & Sales Lead — Food / FMCG

Important: This role is open to candidates currently based in the United States only. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Applications from outside the U.S. will not be considered.

About the role:

We are Sweetana LLC, an Egyptian manufacturing company specialized in premium chocolate products, and we are expanding into the U.S. market for the first time. We are looking for a proactive and entrepreneurial U.S.-based Business Development & Sales Lead to help us open and penetrates the U.S. market, build distributor, Key accounts, and wholesale relationships, and establish our presence from the ground up.

This is a long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys building markets, not just selling existing pipelines.

About us:

Sweetana LLC is an Egyptian chocolate manufacturer focused on quality, consistency, and export-ready production. We serve international markets and are now seeking to enter the United States through strong distribution and wholesale partnerships.

www.sweetaneg.com

Key responsibilities:

- Identify and approach potential distributors, wholesalers, importers, and key B2B buyers in the U.S.

- Open new accounts and establish Sweetana’s first customer base in the U.S. market.

- Build and manage the full sales pipeline (prospecting, pitching, negotiation, closing).

- Present our products, samples, and brand story to potential partners.

- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and distribution agreements

- Provide continuous market feedback (pricing, competitors, trends, regulations)

Requirements:

- Proven experience in B2B sales, business development, or market entry (preferably in FMCG and chocolate).

- Strong understanding of the U.S. food, retail, or distribution landscape is a strong plus

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

- Entrepreneurial mindset — comfortable working in an early-stage, build-from-zero setup

- Based in the U.S. and legally eligible to work there

Engagement model:

- Remote — U.S. based candidates only

- Contract-based engagement, with potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance

- Fixed base + commission on closed deals (details to be discussed)

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover note to: ashrafamin@sweetaneg.com

Subject: U.S. Business Development & Sales Lead — Sweetana LLC