Technical Area Manager - Food Safety

GRB Enterprises; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A food safety solutions company in the Philippines is seeking a Technical Area Manager to lead efforts in promoting and selling food safety solutions. This hybrid role combines technical expertise and proactive sales strategies to drive revenue growth within the food industry. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field and strong interpersonal skills, essential for managing customer relationships effectively. This position offers an exciting opportunity to connect clients with vital food safety solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Microbiology or related.
• Sales experience in food safety advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell food safety solutions to targeted market.
• Nurture relationships with key clients in the food industry.
• Conduct market analysis to stay updated on trends.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Self-driven

Time management

Communication skills

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or related program

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Technical Area Manager (Food Safety) is a hybrid role combining high-level technical expertise with proactive sales strategy. This position is responsible for driving revenue growth by promoting food safety solutions to manufacturers, retailers, and distributors. The ideal candidate serves as a trusted advisor, bridging the gap between complex safety regulations and practical product application.

Responsibilities

• Promote, sell, and market food safety solutions to assigned market segments, including food manufacturers, retailers, distributors, etc.
• Establish and nurture long-term relationships with key clients in the food industry.
• Increase sales by identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities through proactive product promotion and upselling strategies.
• Conduct regular market analysis and keep up-to-date with the latest trends and regulations in the food safety sector.
• Plan and submit weekly sales call plans and monthly sales forecasts.
• Prepare and submit reports to track business performance and drive sales growth.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies and sales contracts to ensure customer loyalty and consistent sales.
• Lead sales negotiations to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
• Conduct product demonstrations and provide hands-on guidance for effective application and usage.
• Provide exceptional after-sales service, including emergency deliveries, product installations, and assistance with proper product application.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or any related program.
• Sales experience in food safety or related industries is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven experience in managing customer relationships effectively.
• Self-driven and resourceful, able to find solutions to client challenges with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to meet sales targets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Filipino and English.
• Quick learner with the ability to gain technical product knowledge rapidly.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).