Sales Account Manager - Protein - Remote

Illinoisagconnection; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agribusiness sector is looking for a Sales Account Manager for Plant-Based Proteins. This remote position involves developing and growing relationships with customers, creating strategic sales plans, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a solid educational background and experience in sales related to the food and beverage industry, particularly with proteins.

Qualifications

• 4+ years successful sales history in the food & beverage industry.
• Experience in ingredient/flavor sales preferred.
• Proven track record with Plant Proteins.

Responsibilities

• Develop business plans and sales strategies for assigned market.
• Maintain client relationships to ensure satisfaction.
• Provide detailed reporting to the Vice-President of Sales.

Skills

Strategic planning

Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Problem resolution

Education

Undergraduate degree in a Technical discipline

MBA or related advanced degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Title:

Sales Account Manager - Protein - Remote

Location:

Decatur , IL , Midwest United States ,USA

Company:

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services

Career Type:

Sales/Retail

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

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Sales Account Manager - Protein - Remote

Job Description

Sales Account Manager - Protein - Remote

Division - ADM Nutrition

Position Summary:

The function of the Sales Account Manager is to own, develop and grow existing and new Plant Based Protein customers in North America ( US and Canada)

Job Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Develops a business plan and sales strategy for the assigned market that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability
• Prepares action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects
• Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets according to the strategic roadmap
• Assists in the development and implementation of marketing and trade show plans relative to their assigned market segment
• Provides timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all completed prospect applications submitted for pricing and approval, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin
• Maintains accurate records of all pricings, sales, activity reports and contract balances
• Ability to call on R&D/technical groups to sell value-added ingredients with ability to sell solutions based on stated needs of a technical audience
• Calculates and assembles quotes to customers and negotiate as necessary to secure contracts.
• Provide detailed reporting to the Vice-President of Sales through the use of Sales Force and other communication tools
• Controls expenses to meet budget guidelines
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes
• Maintains contact with all clients in the market area to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

Job Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree is required, preferably in a Technical discipline, MBA or related advanced degree desirable
• Four(4) or more years of successful sales history with proteins in the food& beverage industry, knowledge of ingredient and/or flavor sales is a plus.
• Proven track record of success building new and existing relationships with key customers for Plant Proteins, including those in key strategic decision-making positions at headquarter level.
• Superior strategic and tactical business planning skills
• Strong problem recognition and resolution skills.
• Motivated and self-directed sales professional that can operate within proper guidelines
• Exceptional communication skills, presentation, negotiation and management skills, strong work ethic, positive attitude and professional demeanor required
• Aptitude for working both as, team member, a team leader, and autonomously
• Advanced MS Office skills and advanced networking and relationships in the industry

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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