Account Manager - Human Nutrition

Barentz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Puchong; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ingredient solutions provider in Malaysia seeks an experienced Account Manager to drive growth in the Human Nutrition sector. This role requires a strong technical background in food ingredients, with a minimum of 5 years in sales within the food, beverage, or nutrition industries. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and applying technical knowledge to meet customer needs. The position offers a competitive package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance

Performance incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience in food, beverage, or nutrition.
• Solid understanding of human nutrition science and ingredient functionality.
• Proven ability to manage sales pipeline and maintain customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective sales strategies for Human Nutrition.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers.
• Apply knowledge of food ingredients to support customers.

Skills

Sales pipeline management

Customer relationship management

Technical knowledge of food ingredients

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biochemistry

Job description

Barentz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is a leading provider of high-quality ingredients and solutions for the human nutrition industry in Malaysia. As part of the global Barentz Group, we are committed to delivering innovative, science-backed ingredients and formulations that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Our Human Nutrition team supports a wide range of sectors including food, beverage, dietary supplements, and functional nutrition - offering tailored solutions to enhance product quality, taste, nutrition, and functionality.

Position Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Account Manager with a strong technical background in food ingredients and applications based in Malaysia. The ideal candidate will combine technical understanding with commercial acumen to drive business growth, develop strong customer relationships, and promote our ingredient portfolio across the food, beverage, and nutrition markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy: Develop and execute effective sales strategies for the Human Nutrition segment, targeting both existing accounts and new business opportunities.
• Client Management: Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions to meet product development and business goals.
• Technical Expertise: Apply in-depth knowledge of food ingredients to support customers in product development and innovation.
• Market Insight: Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions.
• Product Promotion: Stay current on new ingredient technologies and product launches to effectively position and promote Barentz’s Human Nutrition portfolio.
• Performance Goals: Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs, contributing to the overall growth of the Human Nutrition division.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of sales experience in the food, beverage, or nutrition industry, preferably with a focus on functional or specialty ingredients.
• Technical Background: Solid understanding of human nutrition science and food ingredient functionality. Experience in applications or formulation support is a plus.
• Sales Acumen: Proven ability to manage a sales pipeline, close deals, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills. Able to translate technical information into commercial value for customers.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biochemistry, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications are advantageous.
• Attributes: Self-motivated, customer-focused, strategic thinker with strong organizational and analytical skills. Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Industry: Be part of a rapidly evolving sector that shapes the future of food and health.
• Professional Development: Access global resources, training, and career advancement opportunities within the Barentz network.
• Empowered Culture: Join a supportive, entrepreneurial team that values initiative and collaboration.
• Competitive Package: Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and performance incentives.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about health, nutrition, and helping customers succeed with innovative ingredient solutions, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to **********@barentz.com

Barentz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.