Join Livoo – Salesperson for Ingredients (OATup® & more)

At Livoo, we transform side-streams into high-value nutrition. Our flagship ingredient OATup® is an upcycled oat protein & fiber concentrate — a versatile, clean-label solution for bakery, snacks, sports nutrition, plant-based, and cosmetics.With OATup® and our growing ingredient portfolio, we help food brands and manufacturers boost nutrition, cut CO₂, and create sustainable products that consumers love.Livoo is part of Elajo Invest — owned by Elajo Group (www.elajo.se), consistently ranked as a Great Place to Work® in Sweden (top 20, 2025) and Europe (top 100, 2024). Among students (specifically engineering students 1-2 years into education), Elajo was in the Top 10 Employers in Sweden for 2024. By joining us, you step into a small, ambitious startup backed by a stable, people-first parent company.Why Join UsBe part of a non-hierarchical, collaborative organization where contribution matters more than titles.Join a mission-driven company aiming to transform the global food system through circular, sustainable ingredients.Exposure not only to sales but also opportunities to contribute with AI tools, design, and social media to support Livoo’s growth and visibility.The best of both worlds: the entrepreneurial energy of a startup with the stability of Elajo Group, one of Europe’s certified Great Places to Work®.Your RoleAs a Salesperson, you’ll be the face of Livoo Ingredients to European B2B customers. Your mission is to win new accounts, grow relationships, and position OATup® as the premium oat ingredient of choice.Key responsibilities:Drive sales of OATup® and other Livoo ingredient solutions into bakery, snacks, sports nutrition, and cosmetics segments.Identify and qualify new business opportunities with R&D, Innovation, Procurement, and Category leads at food & nutrition companies.Translate Livoo’s sustainability and upcycling story into compelling customer value propositions.Work closely with technical teams to support customer trials and formulations.Contribute market insights back into Livoo’s ingredient roadmap.(Optional growth track) Contribute with AI, digital marketing, or social media projects to build Livoo’s brand presence.What We OfferA chance to shape the future of sustainable ingredients in a fast-growing sector.Access to a unique, IP-protected ingredient portfolio led by OATup® Work with dynamic, international customers — from innovative start-ups to global food brands.Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus.Hybrid work model with regular travel across Europe.Who We’re Looking ForWe welcome both experienced professionals and ambitious rising talent: Experienced Sales ProfessionalProven B2B sales track record in food ingredients, nutrition, or specialty chemicals.Existing network in food, beverage, nutrition, or personal care industries.Skilled at engaging with R&D/Innovation teams and turning technical features into business value. Ambitious Rising TalentUniversity degree in Food Science, Business, Nutrition, Chemistry, or similar (required).1–3 years of experience in sales, business development, or food/nutrition — or strong internships.Hungry to learn, proactive, and enthusiastic about building a career in sustainable ingredients.For both profiles:Passion for sustainability, circular economy, and plant-based innovation.Fluent in English; additional EU languages are a plus.Bonus if you bring AI, design, or social media expertise.Apply now and be part of Livoo’s journey to create value for people, planet, and our partners.Location: Växjö, Sweden (with EU travel)Role: Full-time, Sales & Business DevelopmentFor further information about the position, you are welcome to contact our Managing Director, Stefan Ekstrand, at stefan.ekstrand@livoofoods.com or 0703842644.