Technical Sales - Food Ingredients (Assistant Manager)

ADI Resourcing Co., Ltd.; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in food ingredients is seeking an Assistant Manager for Technical Sales in Jakarta. Candidates must have 5-8 years of experience in selling food ingredients, demonstrate strong negotiation skills, and have the ability to build relationships. This role involves identifying new customers, offering technical solutions, and working cross-functionally to drive sales. Fluency in English is essential for effective communication and presentation in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of experience in the food or ingredient industry.
• Proven success in selling food ingredients and starch.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and acquire new customers in East Indonesia.
• Offer technical advice and customized solutions.
• Manage and monitor the project pipeline.
• Contribute innovative ideas for product development.

Skills

Sales experience in food ingredients

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Market analysis

Job description

Technical Sales - Food Ingredients (Assistant Manager)

About the Role

We are partnering with a leading manufacturer and distributor of agriculture and food products to recruit a passionate and results-driven Assistant Manager - Technical Sales (Food ingredients). This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a well-established company known for its extensive product range and market influence. The position requires integrity, a proactive sales attitude, and excellent communication skills in English.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and acquire new customers in East Indonesia to grow the company’s market share (food Business).
• Offer technical advice and customized solutions, ensuring optimal product applications for customer needs.
• Manage and monitor the project pipeline, collaborating with go-to-market teams to meet sales targets.
• Keep abreast of food industry trends, market movements, and emerging technologies; contribute innovative ideas for product development.
• Work cross-functionally with Research, Operations, Marketing, and Sales Management to support product launches and improve customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven success in selling food ingredients and starch within the food industry.
• 5-8+ years of relevant experience in the food or ingredient industry, with a strong background in selling food ingredients and a sound understanding of food applications.
• Experience with starch-based products in FMCG is preferred.
• Demonstrates integrity, a proactive, hands‑on approach, and strong commercial, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Fluency in English with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Location: Jakarta, ID.