Technical Account Representative
Core
Technical Sales Representative supporting small and medium customers via online chat and 1-800 line with ingredient recommendations for food & beverage applications.
Role type
Entry-level technical sales representative (food science)
Builds
Ingredient solutions for food & beverage formulations
Domain
Food & Beverage / Ingredients
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Food science knowledge, customer relationship building, technical sales fundamentals, Salesforce.com proficiency, industry trend awareness
Preferred skills
Project management, fast-paced environment adaptability
Technologies
Salesforce.com, online chat platforms, 1-800 telephony
Responsibilities
Manage assigned sales territory and develop new opportunities, Answer customer inquiries via 1-800 line and online chat, Maintain customer information in Salesforce.com, Develop understanding of Ingredion's product portfolio (starches, sweeteners, plant-based proteins, hydrocolloids), Help customers solve ingredient formulation needs, Stay up to date with current trends in the food industry
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC