Dedicated Account Manager - Food & Beverage

re 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 a Dedicated 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.

• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments.
• The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development.
• Paid training program where you will learn from subject matter experts with proven success.
• Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment.
• Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use.
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

• 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.

• This position is based in:
  Clovis, New Mexico
• Territory covers about a 100-mile radius of the surrounding area.
• 10% overnight travel required.

• 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.
• Functional computer application literacy (including Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn internal business systems).
• 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.

• 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.

Today's ever changing 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.

The total Compensation range for this position is $82,000-$123,000 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.

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional…