Technical Sales Executive (Food Ingredients & Solutions)

Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad is seeking a Technical Sales Executive to translate food science knowledge into innovative ingredient solutions for customers. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply as on-the-job training will be provided.

The role focuses on food innovation, solution development, and building customer relationships while collaborating with Sales and Business Development to drive business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food-related field.
• Fresh graduates welcome to apply.
• Experience in Food R&D, product development, food applications or technical sales is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong interest in food innovation and ingredient applications.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative food ingredient solutions through product trials and formulation improvements.
• Understand customer requirements and identify technical challenges to recommend suitable ingredient solutions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Business Development to prepare technical proposals and support presentations.
• Conduct laboratory trials and evaluate performance of specialty ingredients across applications.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers and internal teams on ingredient applications and product performance.
• Develop strong knowledge of company products and conduct technical training sessions.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Nutrition, Dietetics or related discipline

Job description

Technical Sales Executive (Food Ingredients & Solutions)

Turn Your Food Science Knowledge into Innovative Business Solutions!

Are you passionate about food innovation, ingredient applications and product development? Would you like to explore a career that combines technical expertise with customer engagement and business development?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Technical Sales Executive to join our B2B business team.

In this role, you will apply your food science knowledge to develop innovative ingredient solutions, address customer challenges and support business growth through technical expertise.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply! Prior sales experience is not required, as on-the-job training and guidance will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Food Innovation & Solution Development: Develop innovative food ingredient solutions through product trials, ingredient testing and formulation improvements to meet customer needs.

Customer Engagement & Technical Support: Understand customer requirements, identify technical challenges and recommend suitable food ingredient solutions.

Technical Sales & Business Development: Collaborate with Sales and Business Development teams to identify opportunities, prepare technical proposals and support customer presentations.

Product Application & Testing: Conduct laboratory trials and evaluate the performance of specialty ingredients across various food applications.

Technical Troubleshooting: Provide technical advice and support to customers and internal teams on ingredient applications and product performance.

Product Knowledge & Training: Develop strong knowledge of company products and conduct technical sharing or product training sessions.

Relationship Management: Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, affiliates and internal stakeholders.

Project Coordination & Compliance: Monitor project progress, maintain technical documentation and support applicable food safety, quality, Halal and workplace safety requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Nutrition, Dietetics or a related discipline.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Experience in Food R&D, Product Development, Food Applications or Technical Sales would be an added advantage, but is not mandatory.

Strong interest in food innovation, ingredient applications and technical problem-solving.

Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Willing to engage with customers, understand their needs and provide technical solutions.

Proactive, eager to learn and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments.

Why Join Ajinomoto?

Opportunity to develop expertise in both Food Technology and Technical Sales.

Gain hands-on exposure to ingredient applications, product formulation and customer solutions.

On-the-job training and guidance to support your professional development.

Opportunity to collaborate with experienced technical and business teams in an established food manufacturing company.

Build your career with us and turn your passion for food science into meaningful solutions!

Eat Well, Live Well.