Account Manager - Food & Beverage

ECOLAB; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 84,300 - 126,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful challenges

Career development

Paid training

Flexible environment

Company vehicle

Benefits from day 1

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Dedicated Account Manager based in Portales, NM, to drive sanitation solutions for food, beverage and dairy manufacturing clients. You will blend sales and technical service to deliver sanitation plans, improving safety, quality, and operations.

Ideal candidates have 2 years in relevant environments or in technical sales, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 25% may be required; bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2 years in food/beverage or dairy processing/manufacturing OR 2 years in selling into manufacturing environments in technical sales.

Responsibilities

• Build understanding of Ecolab products, plant operations and regulations.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations on products, equipment and services.
• Provide industry expertise on sanitation, safety, quality and operations; assist with sanitation plans and procedures.
• Develop strategic work plans for sales/service calls with customers.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of plant staff and build relationships.
• Manage products and equipment; observe, test, repair or adjust equipment, monitor inventory, and place orders.

Skills

Sanitation expertise

Sales presentations

Industry knowledge (F&B)

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Job Overview

Are you a food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing/plant sanitation expert with the ability to drive results for a global Fortune 500 Company? Join Ecolab's industry leading Food & Beverage team as a Dedicated Account Manager. We are increasing food safety and product quality, enhancing sustainability and boosting operational efficiency. We provide cleaning and sanitation solutions to food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing environments through a dual focus on sales and technical service/consultation to new and existing customers. As strong business partners, Ecolab works with customers to develop sanitation plans and programs, evaluate processes and procedures, troubleshoot technical issues and identify and implement operational efficiencies.

What's in it for you:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
• Paid training program where you will learn from subject matter experts with proven success
• Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
• Receive a non‑decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

What you will do:

• Build a solid understanding of Ecolab products, plant operations, customer business objectives, and applicable government regulations
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations on Ecolab's innovative products, equipment and services
• Provide industry expertise to customers in terms of sanitation, safety, quality and operations; including assisting with sanitation plans and programs, standard operating procedures, evaluating processes and procedures, identifying and implementing operational efficiencies, and employee training
• Develop strategic work plans for completing sales and service/consultation calls with new and existing customers
• Communicate effectively with all levels of plant staff; build strong business relationships and networks
• Manage Ecolab products and equipment; participate in equipment installations, observe and test equipment and product performance, repair or adjust equipment, adjust chemical concentration levels, monitor product inventory and place orders

Position Details:

• This position is based in Portales, NM
• Territory covers about a 30 mile radius of the surrounding area
• Up to 25% overnight travel required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of experience in food, beverage or dairy processing/manufacturing environment OR 2 years of selling into manufacturing environments in technical sales
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, chemistry, biology or related field
• General mechanical ability
• Bilingual - English / Spanish
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Desire to succeed in a competitive environment
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Strong follow-through and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and to adapt to changing priorities

About Ecolab Food & Beverage:

Today's everchanging food and beverage (F&B) challenges require an integrated approach. By partnering with facilities around the world, Ecolab Food & Beverage team members help F&B manufacturers advance their food safety & quality goals, optimize water management and maximizing productivity with innovative chemistries, advanced digital solutions, and unparalleled service and expertise. Ecolab Food & Beverage professionals play pivotal roles in delivering these outcomes, helping our customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water and prevent more than 8 million foodborne illnesses per year.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The total Compensation range for this position is $84,300-$126,400 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.