Join this global food ingredients and nutraceutical ingredients supplier in a critical Account Manager position in the Saint Louis, MO area. This position is focused on selling a broad range of functional ingredients to food and nutraceutical manufacturing accounts. This is an excellent opportunity to join an entrepreneurial and growing division of a very large global organization. It's also an excellent income and career growth opportunity. Overnight travel is estimated at 30%. 

Responsibilities: Sell a broad range of functional ingredients, such as emulsifiers, hydrocolloids, phosphates, antioxidants, humectants, sweeteners, acidulants, etc., to food, and nutraceutical manufacturing accounts. The sales territory includes MO, KS, NE, IA So. IL, So. IN, and KY. Manage all existing accounts and business in the territory. Call on large and mid-sized accounts. Become knowledgeable of all the products. Manage pricing and contracts. Communicate effectively with all internal and external parties (suppliers, customer service, customers, management, etc.). Develop and execute the territory strategy. Add new accounts and grow sales. Travel overnight as needed.

Requirements: 3 plus years of food ingredients and/or nutraceutical ingredients sales experience is preferred. Knowledge of the food and/or nutraceutical manufacturing markets in the territory. Sell value-added products on both a commercial and technical level. Ability to work well with others. Good communication, organization, and time management skills. Must be able to build strong business relationships and must have a track record of sales success. A hunter for new business opportunities.  A bachelor's degree is required, but the concentration is open.

Company Information: Global food ingredients & nutraceutical ingredients supplier.

Compensation: Base: $90,000 - $110,000. Plus, an annual bonus up to 25% of base salary per year. Company Car. Excellent benefits. Opportunities for advancement.