Flavor Sales Account Manager – Chicago

Metric Bio; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Bio are expanding their North American sales team for a multi-national flavor manufacturer. The ideal candidate will be based in Chicago (or surrounding area) and has prior flavor sales experience.

You will manage and grow existing customer accounts, identify new business opportunities, and coordinate sampling and product development projects to drive growth in the food flavors market. This role offers opportunities to lead strategic accounts and contribute to market expansion across

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or account management, prior or current flavor experience is vital.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Commercial mindset with a focus on customer growth.
• Excellent organisation and project management skills.
• Food science, food technology or business degree desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing customer accounts.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive sales.
• Understand customer needs and recommend flavor solutions.
• Coordinate sampling, product development and project launches.
• Monitor market trends and achieve sales targets.

Skills

Flavor sales

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Food science / food technology or business degree

Job description

Metric Bio are expanding their North American sales team for a multi-national flavor manufacturer. The ideal candidate will be based in Chicago (or surrounding area) and has prior flavor sales experience.

You will manage and grow existing customer accounts, identify new business opportunities, and coordinate sampling and product development projects to drive growth in the food flavors market. This role offers opportunities to lead strategic accounts and contribute to market expansion across