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Senior Account Manager-Foodservice

Country/Region:  US
Job function:  SALES

Location open to Midwest/East Southeast US

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for growing Foodservice customer base (QSR & Key suppliers) in Midwest/ East Southeast to include existing customers and developing new customers within the Foodservice channel.
  • In cooperation with the Business Units, translates & drives the Global and Zonal Flavour Strategies into the Account Strategy and contributes to VP of Sales on zone needs for future strategies, possible risks and opportunities.
  • Ensures alignment to Taste & Beyond Division strategic objectives (category focus) and long-term market requirements.
  • Establishes and nurtures productive customer relationships at all relevant levels of accounts.
  • Fosters behaviors that are customer-centric.                                                                                                       
  • Ensures growth & maintenance of a targeted level of project vitality.
  • Maintain necessary industry-memberships (IFT, AACC, IFMA and other relevant organizations).                                                                                                                                                                                                                 


We value:

  • Solid Foodservice, QSR, supplier and/or account management background.
  • Experience calling on Foodservice QSR’s.
  • Strong technical/business background.
  • Demonstrated ability and proven track record of creating business opportunities by proposing new value propositions/models.
  • Proven track record of partnering across all levels at the client including senior management and key decision makers.
  • Proven track record for meeting or exceeding sales budget.
  • Proven track record of working well in collaborative team environment.
  • Proven success leading an effective negotiations.
  • REQUIRED: Bachelor’s Degree. Minimum of 7 years related experience.


We offer:

  • High Challenge and High Reward Environment
  • Culture that values diversity where people are at the heart of the company
  • Opportunity to work for a company that cares about environment and sets and achieve ambitious sustainability objectives

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Firmenich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefits programs.

Equal Opportunities Commitment 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.
dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.


Nearest Major Market: New Jersey

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