Sales Trainee, Taste

PT DSM Nutritional Products Indonesia; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global nutritional company is seeking a Sales Trainee in Jakarta Pusat to undergo a structured 12-month training program aimed at developing knowledge in the flavor industry and customer engagement. The role includes responsibilities such as supporting Account Managers and conducting market research. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related fields and be fresh graduates or have up to 1 year of experience. The company offers a unique career path, fostering professional growth and development.

Benefits

Unique career paths across health and nutrition

Opportunities at a global company

Supportive culture and community

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or having 1 year of working experience in the food ingredients industry.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Passion for taste and extended product expertise.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive training on product knowledge and B2B processes.
• Shadow experienced account managers.
• Conduct market research for potential customers.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science/Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology

Job description

The Sales Trainee will undergo a structured 12-months training program designed to develop a deep understanding of the flavor industry, customer engagement strategies, and business processes, through supporting Account Managers to grow sales and profitability according to objectives. The role prepares candidates to transition into a Junior Account Manager position by equipping them with essential skills in sales, technical knowledge, and client relationship management. This function will be reporting to the Account Manager, Taste who is based in Indonesia.

Your key responsibilities

• Comprehensive training sessions on product knowledge, flavor applications, B2B flow processes
• Shadow experienced account managers and support day-to-day sales activities
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers and new business opportunities
• Assist in the preparation of client meeting, updating CRM and prepare sales reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as GRS, marketing, technical & creation support, supply chain- to have end to end understanding of customer needs
• Attendcustomer visits together with Account Managers, and trade shows as part of training exposure

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well

You bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science/Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology or relevant field from an accredited university required
• Fresh graduate or having 1 years working experience in food ingredients industries
• Ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong communication, presentation, and able to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Effective business English with a global mindset to work with different cultures
• Extended product expertise (product, market, consumer, technical/technology) and passion for taste

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

DEI and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 51-100 employees

Royal DSM is a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials. By connecting its unique competences in Life Sciences and Materials Sciences DSM is driving economic prosperity, environmental progress and social advances to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. DSM delivers innovative solutions that nourish, protect and improve performance in global markets such as food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials. DSM’s 23,500 employees deliver annual net sales of around €9 billion. The company is listed on NYSE Euronext.

Royal DSM is a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials. By connecting its unique competences in Life Sciences and Materials Sciences DSM is driving economic prosperity, environmental progress and social advances to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. DSM delivers innovative solutions that nourish, protect and improve performance in global markets such as food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials. DSM’s 23,500 employees deliver annual net sales of around €9 billion. The company is listed on NYSE Euronext.