Sales Account Manager, Food Away from Home (FAFH), East Coast

Sensient • Hoffman Estates, IL

11d • $130,000 - $145,000 • Remote

About The Position

Sensient Technologies is seeking a Sales Account Manager to build and grow business for its value-added flavors and ingredients portfolio among Food Away from Home (FAFH) customers. The role focuses on business development with Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) and other national accounts, supporting core menu item innovation and new product development. The account manager owns a sales territory and works with internal resources to support business growth. Previous sales experience is not required; technical expertise, including R&D experience, may provide a strong foundation. The position is home-office-based in the United States near a major airport in the Southeast or East Coast region and requires 70% travel.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience.
• A strategic approach to developing business and winning new accounts.
• Ability to navigate large accounts and partner with key decision makers on new product development projects.
• Drive and passion to win.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.
• Ability to work near a major airport in the East Coast or Southeast United States and travel 70%.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience in the Food Away from Home value chain.
• R&D experience or technical expertise.
• College degree in business or the sciences (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Sell Sensient’s value-added flavors and ingredients portfolio to customers in the Food Away from Home sector.
• Develop business directly with Quick Service Restaurants and other national accounts, focusing on core menu item innovation.
• Own, manage, and grow a sales territory.
• Navigate large accounts and work with key decision makers on innovative new product development projects.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $130,000–$145,000 USD.
• Performance-based incentive pay with uncapped bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits program supporting employees and their families’ well-being.
• Development opportunities.
• Training during onboarding and beyond.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed