An exciting Account Manager (Food Ingredients) job has become available at a global integrated food manufacturer firm.

About the Account Manager (Food Ingredients) Role:
In this business critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the food ingredient business to ensure that all activities and plans are executed and implemented. You will also ensure that all sales targets are being achieved in the assigned sales territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver the sales budget and variable margin targets for the designated territory
• Develop sound strategies to enable growth and new business opportunities in existing accounts
• Develop and manage direct local accounts and global accounts, through execution of strategic account plans in line with the company’s directions
• Ensure strong customer engagement, communicate technically on company products
• Meet or exceed agreed sales and variable margin targets for the countries as defined by food business unit management
• Lead negotiation processes for customers in assigned territory
• Provide timely information on key players, customer needs and local trends
• Identify new opportunities and work with application team to develop and translate into new wins

The successful Account Manager (Food Ingredients) must have key experience within the food ingredient industry preferably coming from the food ingredient principal company as well as the connection with the relevant segments.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of five years of experience in technical food ingredient sales, or account management in a food ingredient business to business environment
• Degree in food science. Candidates without relevant degree but relevant experience may be considered
• SEA/Asia region exposure
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritise to meet deadlines
• Strong sense of business acumen, and able to work cross-functionally
• Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated passion and skillsets for self-directed customer interaction, effective customer development, and problem-solving activities
• Strong customer engagement and entrepreneurial spirit

This international integrated food manufacturer company needs no introduction and is recognised as the leader in their field of expertise. With great clients and known for their excellent performance and success, they have won many awards. The organisation is also very focused on developing and training their people to the highest of standards.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career opportunities await the right person in this exciting Account Manager (Food Ingredients) role.

Apply today or email me at william.yang@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C