Technical Cocoa Sales Executive, North America

JB Cocoa; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A food ingredients company is seeking a proactive Technical Account Executive to drive sales in North America. Responsibilities include developing new accounts in the food and beverage sector, managing technical cocoa powder samples, and nurturing long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business Administration or Marketing, with 1-3 years of relevant sales experience in cocoa powder or food ingredients. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, alongside a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in Cocoa Powder or food ingredient sales.
• Knowledge of cocoa powder applications and processing preferred.
• Willingness to travel for client visits and industry events.

Responsibilities

• Expand sales accounts in North America food & beverage sector.
• Manage technical cocoa powder samples and follow-up.
• Provide weekly reports on market feedback and customer development.

Skills

Sales-driven mindset

Technical knowledge of cocoa powder

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Lead sourcing

Education

BS or BA Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Job description

A food ingredients company is seeking a proactive Technical Account Executive to drive sales in North America. Responsibilities include developing new accounts in the food and beverage sector, managing technical cocoa powder samples, and nurturing long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business Administration or Marketing, with 1-3 years of relevant sales experience in cocoa powder or food ingredients. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, alongside a willingness to travel.