Technical Account Representative

Ingredion Incorporated; White Marsh (MD); Sur place; USD 63 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Annual incentive plan

401(k) match

Résumé du poste

Ingredion Incorporated in Maryland is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to join our Virtual Sales Team. You will interact with small and medium customers via online chat and our 1-800 line, providing ingredient recommendations for food & beverage applications.

You will manage customers, develop new opportunities, and collaborate with Sales, Technical, R&D, and Customer Service teams. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as food science, biology, chemistry,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills preferred.
• Comfort with fast-paced environments and detail-oriented work.

Responsabilités

• Manage customers in assigned territory and develop new opportunities.
• Answer inquiries via 1-800 line and online chat.
• Understand Ingredion’s portfolio and how to apply products.
• Maintain customer information in Salesforce.com and stay current on industry trends.

Connaissances

Customer relationships

Communication

Project management

Team player

Attention to detail

Formation

Bachelor's degree in food science or related field

Outils

Salesforce

Description du poste

About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Whitemarsh MD Workplace type: Hybrid

Ingredion is looking for a Technical Sales Representative who will be part of our Virtual Sales Team. In this role, you will interact directly with our small and medium customers via our online chat and our 1-800 line, providing them with ingredient recommendations for their food & beverage applications. You will be managing customers directly and developing new opportunities. You will be joining a team of 12 and enjoying significant on-the-job training and support from other team members. This role has high visibility within Ingredion including exposure to many other groups within Ingredion (Sales, Technical, R&D, customer Service, etc). This role is ideal for Food Science graduates who want to better understand our portfolio of starches, sweeteners, plant-based proteins and hydrocolloids, and are passionate about working with customers. This role is a good starting point for career growth within the company.

As a Technical Account Representative, your responsibilities will include: Manage customers in an assigned sales territory and develop new opportunities Answer customer inquiries from the 1-800 line and online chat Develop an understanding of Ingredion’s product portfolio Develop an understanding of technical sales and how to help customers solve their ingredient formulation needs with Ingredion’s products Maintain customer information in Salesforce.com Stay up to date with current trends in the food industry.

Ideal candidates will have: A bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as food science, biology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, engineering, or related technical field Interest in working with customers and building relationships, customer-orientation Attention to detail, well organized, interested in working in a fast-paced environment Good communication skills Good project management skills Team player.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability - mental or physical - marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: Yes, Within Region Pay Range: $63,400.00-$84,533.33 Annual. This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation: As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus. Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.