Account Manager I - F&B at Ecolab

Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food & Beverage, Dairy ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, chemistry or related field
3 - 5 years technical sales experience in meat, processed food, dairy, and poultry sector or the beverage and brewing sector
Possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable motor vehicle record
Willingness and ability to travel by car throughout territory, including periodic overnight travel, could be required to be on-call during off-work hours and weekends when needed
Immigration sponsorship to work in the country is not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to sell value-added products to customers
Carry aptitude and confidence to deal with large national and multi-national customers
General mechanical ability
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to take initiative and work independently

Responsibilities

Build a solid understanding of Ecolab products, customer plant operations and business objectives, and applicable government regulations
Develop strategic work plans for completing sales targets and service/consultation calls with new and existing customers
Prepare and deliver sales presentations on Ecolab's innovative products, equipment and services
Provide industry expertise to customers in terms of sanitation, safety, quality and operations; including assisting with sanitation plans and programs, standard operating procedures, evaluating processes and procedures, identifying and implementing operational efficiencies, and employee training
Manage Ecolab products and equipment; participate in equipment installations, observe and test equipment and product performance, repair or adjust equipment, adjust chemical concentration levels, monitor product inventory and place orders
Implement agreed upon corporate account commitments and proactively inform Corporate Account Manager (CAM’s) of results, challenges and initiatives
Communicate effectively with all levels of plant staff; build strong business relationships and networks
Follow Ecolab safety guidelines and incident reporting requirements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SalesAccount ManagementSanitationFood SafetyTechnical ConsultationSales PresentationsProcess EvaluationTroubleshootingOperational EfficiencyRegulatory Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Account Manager role?

The role offers comprehensive benefits packages in line with market and industry standards, a company vehicle for business and personal use, a paid training program, access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology, and the opportunity to grow income through sales.

Is this position remote or does it require travel?

The position features a flexible, independent work environment where you plan your own schedule, but it involves a route territory including Bogotá, Cundinamarca, and central Colombia, requiring travel to customer sites.

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, chemistry or related field, plus 3-5 years of technical sales experience in meat, processed foods, or related areas.

What is the work environment like at Ecolab for this position?

It offers a flexible, independent work environment where you plan your own schedule, work with leading food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing customers, and build strong business relationships while providing expertise in sanitation and operations.

What makes a strong candidate for the Account Manager I role?

Strong candidates are food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing/plant sanitation experts with technical sales experience, the ability to drive sales results, provide industry expertise on sanitation and operations, and build customer relationships.