Technical Account Manager, Sweet & Beverage

Sensient Technologies Careers; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Technologies is hiring a Technical Account Manager in Hoffman Estates, IL, to grow customer partnerships in the sweet and beverage sector. You will translate scientific knowledge into practical, value‑driven solutions and work closely with our commercial team to tailor technical offerings for a diverse customer base.

You will act as a technical resource for our products, collaborate with partners, and help introduce Sensient technologies to new and existing customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical, value-added solutions and establish credibility with key customer decision-makers.
• Experience with ingredients and product development in food/beverage contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen customer partnerships within the sweet & beverage market and support growth of our flavor portfolio with leading customers in the US.
• Collaborate with the commercial team to develop tailored technical solutions for a diverse customer base.
• Serve as a technical resource for Sensient's products, helping customers understand capabilities, applications and value.
• Collaborate with consultants, product development partners, and startups to position Sensient technologies as practical solutions.

Skills

5+ years of experience in the food and

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Technical Account Manager, Sweet & Beverage

At Sensient Technologies, we combine science, creativity, and innovation to develop leading color and flavor solutions. We understand our markets, think ahead, solve complex challenges, and believe our people are what make us stronger.

Imagine putting your technical knowledge to work helping create the flavors behind the next generation of food and beverage products.

Ready to take your technical expertise into a customer-focused commercial career?

We're looking for a technically minded professional with a scientific background—preferably in food science, chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, or a related field—who has experience working directly with customers and is interested in building a career in technical sales. Whether your background is in applications, R&D, product development, quality, or another technical discipline, this role gives you the opportunity to apply your expertise in a highly visible, customer-facing position.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, developing customer relationships, and helping bring innovative products to market, we'll provide the training, resources, and support to help you succeed.

What you’ll do:

• As a Technical Account Manager, you will develop and strengthen customer partnerships within the sweet and beverage market while supporting the growth of our differentiated, value-added flavor portfolio with leading customers across the US.
• You will work closely with our commercial team to develop tailored technical solutions for a diverse customer base. You'll have access to internal technical and commercial resources designed to help you build your knowledge, relationships, and success.
• You will serve as a technical resource for Sensient's products, helping customers understand product capabilities, applications, and value.
• You will collaborate with consultants, product development partners, development houses, and start-up companies to introduce Sensient technologies and position our products as solutions to their technical and commercial needs.
  • A strategic, results-oriented mindset with an interest in developing new business and growing customer relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical, value-added solutions and establish credibility with key customer decision-makers.
  • A passion for solving customer challenges, supporting innovation, and building a successful career at the intersection of technical expertise and commercial growth.
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant scientific discipline, with 5+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry.
  • Experience with food ingredients and food or beverage product development, supported by a strong technical foundation.
  • The opportunity to collaborate with talented and successful colleagues at our Hoffman Estates, IL location.
  • Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
  • A structured and effective training experience during onboarding and throughout your career.
  • An office-based position with less than 50% travel.
  • An incentive plan based on clearly defined goals and metrics related to customer activity and development.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient uses advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. Our customers include major international manufacturers representing many of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors:

Sensient Flavors provides innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring food and beverage products to life. Our advanced technologies are built around our commitment to being dynamic, innovative, and focused on delivering meaningful value to customer applications.

The salary range for this position is$90,000 - $150,000 USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay.

SPONSORSHIP:Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION:We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Hoffman Estates, IL and must reside in the area or be willing to commute.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.