Account Manager – Food Ingredients

Global functional food ingredients supplier is looking to fill an Account Manager position on a 12-month contract, based in the Montreal Area). Product lines include Enzymes, Acidulants, Leavening Agents, Preservatives, Sweeteners, Food-Grade Phosphates, Hydrocolloids, Humectants, etc. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading global functional food ingredients supplier. It's also an excellent income opportunity. Overnight travel should be very minimal.

Responsibilities: For a 12-month period (due to maternity Leave) manage and grow an existing account base in the Montreal area. Sell a broad range of functional food ingredients to the food, beverage, and nutraceutical manufacturing markets in the territory. The business requires selling on a commercial level and sometimes technical level to Food Scientists, Product Developers, and Purchasing personnel. Develop new business opportunities at existing accounts, as well as develop new accounts.

Manage pricing, trouble shooting, new product introductions, etc. Communicate effectively with management, suppliers, and customers. Effectively use a CRM program (Salesforce) to manage territory and account information.

Requirements: Must be bi-lingual in French & English. 3+ years of food ingredient, nutraceutical ingredient, or food industry related sales experience. A strong track record of sales success. High energy with the capacity to handle a large volume of activity. A college degree in Food Science is strongly preferred. Experience selling a broad product line of both commodities & specialties would be a plus.

Must be very professional, self-motivated, have competitive drive, and the ability to manage many activities, products, accounts, pricing, etc.

Company Information: Global functional food ingredients supplier. Industry leader with a very broad product line. Excellent opportunities for advancement.

Compensation: Base salary: C $90,000 - C $120,000 commensurate with experience. Bonus:
Paid quarterly and based on gross profit dollar growth over prior year; 15% of base salary per year is targeted if  bonus can exceed the target and there is no cap. It is a lucrative program based solely on individual results. A company car is provided. Excellent company benefits. Opportunities for career growth and advancement.