WE ARE GLOBAL FOOD FINDERS
At the forefront of fantastic food and drinks, we create a podium for brands with an edge and use unconventional routes to market. Taste and quality are always our top priority but equally important is its mass market appeal. That is our sweet spot!
Global Food Finders is an import and distribution company of premium food and drinks, sourced from around the globe. Based in The Netherlands, we are the perfect gateway for EU-wide distribution. Through our sister company we have access to 700+ items available from stock and delivered within days. We help you simplifying complexity, resulting in new profit pools and happy shoppers. We dream big, so why not become your global gateway to the world’s finest food and drinks?
Our team uses big data, market trends, and thematic sourcing to identify and promote unique, innovative brands that stand out from the crowd.
EAT.DRINK.ENJOY.
PILLARS
SURPRISE
INSPIRE
MONETIZE
a product without testing first?
WHAT WE DO BEST
Thematic sourcing
Thematic sourcing as innovative growth driver
Architects of Food Disruption: Test before you invest!
Permanent listing
- High budget (listing fees, promotions, BTL)
- High risk (delisting with low RoS)
- Single opinion based on 1 subjective DMU
- Long sale cycle (9 to 18 months before launching
- In/out promotion
- Low risk. Pre-agreed order volumes
- High volume. 50k+ units in 2 sales windows
- Feedback. Within 6 weeks sharing of results
- Sale cycle of 6 months
Export & Brand Agency
Global networking
Special brands deserve a tailor-made approach. Finding the right outlet for the right product is harder than it sounds. Here’s where we can help.
We have:
- large brand portfolio of value-add food and drink on stock
- execution power to create and implement integrated marketing plans
- full service ultra-efficient supply chain capabilities
- the gateway into all relevant EU food channels
Thematic sourcing as innovative growth driver
Our curated theme items have proven to generate a real buzz. Proven incremental business as a real win-win. We have over 20 turnkey themes you can choose from. Below some examples.
PORTFOLIO
- All
- Brand
- Private Label
MrBeast-Feast Like a Beast Chocolate
MAMA AFRICA’S HOTSAUCES
CERES JUICES
MRS. H.S. BALL’S – ICONIC SOUTH AFRICAN CHUTNEYS
CAPE HERB HERBS&SPICES
LIR CHOCOLATES
HAVANNA DULCE DE LECHE
HIPPEAS- THE MIGHTY CHICKPEA SNACK
DAURA DAMM – GLUTEN FREE BEER
HARTWALL ORIGINAL LONG DRINK
SNAPPLE ICE TEA&FRUIT DRINKS
DE OLMENHORST – ORGANIC FRUIT JUICES
BRODERICK’S HOMEMADE CAKES
ROKA – THE ORIGINAL CHEESE BISCUITS SINCE 1949
SWISS MASTER CHOCOLATIER SINCE 1933
VITA COCO COCONUT WATERS
RAWBITE ORGANIC FRUIT&NUT BARS
JACK DANIEL’S BBQ SAUCES
GAVOTTES BISCUITS
GUARANA ANTARCTICA SOFT DRINK
SAN MIGUEL BEER
SOLAN DE CABRAS MINERAL WATER
THE MOCKTAIL COMPANY – NON ALCOHOLIC DRINKS
CADBURY CHOCOLATE
DAIM CHOCOLATE
BLOOKER CACAO POWDER
PROPER POPCORN AND LENTIL SNACKS
MAAZA – THE TROPICAL FRUITDRINK
TABASCO HOT SAUCE
ABOUT US
Our Vision
Inspiring shoppers by bringing the best food and drinks with a story to your doorstep.
Our Mission
Becoming your European gateway for the best global food & beverages. Creating new routes to market by translating consumer trends into sustainable business. Unburdening you by simplifying complexity so all stakeholders can maintain laser focus on their part of the value chain.
FROM CRADLE TO SHELF
- (Field) Sale Key Account Management
- NPD & business development
- Brand development
- Repackaging, labeling GS1, EDI
- E-commerce / E-fulfillment
- After sale support
- Trade marketing
- Logistics & operation
- Finance & ICT
- Regulatory
- Enhancing shopper experience
- Thematic sourcing as innovative growth driver
- Testing market readiness with long term listing
- Team of Trend watchers and industry veterans
- Simplifying complexity
- Huge global network of relevant Food and Drink brands
WHO WE ARE
Michaël Sanders
Managing Partner Global Food Finders
15+ years international experience in manufacturing, concept development and
exports FMCG Food & Drinks
Innovative commercial leader with drive to act as market maker
Passionate cook and global citizen
Rembrandt Bikkers
CEO Bickery Food Group
Co-owner Global Food Finders
Proven track record in brand building from scratch
Owner of No. 1 independent premium food & drinks distributor in NL
Angel investor
Karlijn Bielschowsky
New Business Development Lead
Experienced international food buyer at various Retail chains
Enthusiastic and passionate foodie
Excellent in logistic and marketing operations
NEWS
Global Food Finders co-sponsor of Under 12 Rugby Club ‘t Gooi during J.P. Morgan 14th International Rugby Tournament @ Rugby Club De Luxembourg 14th of May 2022.
hank you Stamegna Retail Management for your invitation as a Buyer to the great event you hosted in Budapest and having me speak about the power of in/out promotions as a powerful retail tool to keep shoppers inspired and excited! That’s the core business of @GlobalFoodFinders. Where better then your event to discuss this among food and drinks professionals from both Retail and Manufacturer perspective. #food#retail #globalfoodfinders
CONTACT DETAILS
Postal&Office Address
Global Food Finders B.V. Cannenburgerweg 16 1243 JE ’s-Graveland Holland
Tel
+31(0)356560244
michael@globalfoodfinders.nl
