Account Manager

Ecolab•Asheville, NC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ecolab's Food & Beverage team is seeking an Account Manager with expertise in food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing/plant sanitation to drive results for a global Fortune 500 Company. This role focuses on enhancing food safety and product quality, improving sustainability, and boosting operational efficiency through cleaning and sanitation solutions. The Account Manager will work with new and existing customers, acting as a business partner to develop sanitation plans, evaluate processes, troubleshoot technical issues, and identify operational efficiencies. The position involves a dual focus on sales and technical service/consultation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
2 years of experience in food, beverage or dairy processing/manufacturing environment OR 2 years of selling into manufacturing environments in technical sales
Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
Willingness and ability to work varying hours (average: 1-3 overnights per week)
Willingness and ability to travel throughout a geographic territory
No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, chemistry, biology or related field
General mechanical ability
Bilingual - English / Spanish
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Desire to succeed in a competitive environment
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Strong follow-through and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and to adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

Build a solid understanding of Ecolab products, plant operations, customer business objectives, and applicable government regulations.
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.
Develop strategic work plans for completing sales and service/consultation calls with new and existing customers.
Communicate effectively with all levels of plant staff; build strong business relationships and networks.
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.