Account Manager - Food & Beverage

Are you a food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing/plant sanitation expert with the ability to drive results for a global Fortune 500 Company? Join Ecolab’s industry leading Food & Beverage team as an Account Manager. We are increasing food safety and product quality, enhancing sustainability and boosting operational efficiency. We provide cleaning and sanitation solutions to food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing environments through a dual focus on sales and technical service/consultation to new and existing customers. As strong business partners, Ecolab works with customers to develop sanitation plans and programs, evaluate processes and procedures, troubleshoot technical issues and identify and implement operational efficiencies.What’s in it For You:Work with a variety of food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing customersBe challenged and gain recognition as you provide unparalleled expertise and a comprehensive set of cleaning and sanitation solutionsReceive a company vehicle for business and personal useCarve out a long term, advanced career path in sales/service, corporate accounts, or managementFlexible, independent work environment where you will plan your own scheduleAccess to best in class resources, tools, and technologyEnjoy a paid training program allowing you to learn from successful professionalsGrow your income as you drive salesWhat You Will Do:Build a solid understanding of Ecolab products, plant operations, customer business objectives, and applicable government regulationsPrepare and deliver sales presentations on Ecolab's innovative products, equipment and servicesProvide 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 trainingDevelop strategic work plans for completing sales and service/consultation calls with new and existing customersCommunicate effectively with all levels of plant staff; build strong business relationships and networksManage 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 ordersWe are looking for candidates who reside within 50-miles of Portland, OregonMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree2 years of experience in food, beverage or dairy processing/manufacturing environment OR 2 years of selling into manufacturing environments in technical salesValid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle recordWillingness and ability to work varying hours (average: 1-3 overnights per week)Willingness and ability to travel throughout a geographic territoryNo Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunityPreferred Qualifications:BS/BA degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, chemistry, biology or related fieldGeneral mechanical abilityBilingual - English / SpanishExceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsDesire to succeed in a competitive environmentAbility to take initiative and work independentlyStrong follow-through and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize multiple projects and to adapt to changing prioritiesAbout Ecolab Food & Beverage:Today’s everchanging food and beverage (F&B) challenges require an integrated approach. By partnering with facilities around the world, Ecolab Food & Beverage team members help F&B manufacturers advance their food safety & quality goals, optimize water management and maximizing productivity with innovative chemistries, advanced digital solutions, and unparalleled service and expertise. Ecolab Food & Beverage professionals play pivotal roles in delivering these outcomes, helping our customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water and prevent more than 8 million foodborne illnesses per year.Annual or Hourly Compensation RangeThe total Compensation range for this position is $84,300-$126,400 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.BenefitsEcolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.Potential Customer Requirements NoticeTo meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. SummaryLocation: USA - Oregon - Portland; USA - Oregon - SalemType: Full time