Account Manager- Erlanger KYPosition Summary:The Human Nutrition division of Archer Daniels Midland is searching for a Central Sales Account Manager. This is an entry-level position that will provide exposure and development in: prospecting quoting negotiation product applications virtual selling and other sales & marketing activities. Success in the role will allow for advancement through the Nutrition Commercial Organization which includes pathways into Senior Sales Marketing and Business Management within ADM. This position will report directly to the Director of Central Sales. The position will be located in Erlanger KY.
Nutrition offers a range of innovative ingredients for the beverage food supplement and personal care markets. As a global market leader in food proteins ADMs Nutrition group also manufactures numerous health and nutrition products flavors colors lecithin and polyols.
The incumbent will be responsible for the following:- We are looking for a talented and competitive team member who thrives in a fast paced complex sales environment with a high level of drive to excel while sharing a willingness to learn amongst a larger sales group.
- Sourcing and managing new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound communication while promoting the entire ADM Nutrition portfolio of ingredients for all targeted market segments.
- Develop rapport with broader sales team while actively identifying the appropriate placement for new customer leads based on overall product opportunity.
- Customer management responsibility with sample/opportunity entry project management and lead follow up.
- Maintain working relationships with all cross functional support teams including CD&D Regulatory Customer Service Procurement Legal etc.
- Implement and execute an aggressive proactive call schedule to increase customer connectivity with sales team.
- Use of web based reporting tools and to improve overall sales effectiveness.
- Maintain thorough product knowledge of all nutrition ingredients.
- Lead all post-sale administration efforts
Job Responsibilities:- Prepares targeted approach and process to effectively execute sales leads and prospect opportunities.
- Act as power user of customer relationship management systems allowing for management of customer pertinent activity while managing and updating customer activity.
- Assists in communication and customer support to all assigned team based customers
- Maintains accurate records of all quotes sales activity reports and contract balances
- Provide detailed reporting to sales leadership through the use of and other analytical tools
- Adheres to all company policies procedures and business ethics codes
- Maintains constant contact with all potential customers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Job Requirements:- An undergraduate degree is required.
- A minimum of 2 years sales experience.
- Ability to build new and existing relationships with key customers cross functional team members and sales organization.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated skill using a CRM system such as
- Teamwork skills--ability to share ideas work with and assist other members to ensure the success of the team.
- Strong organization time management and negotiation skills.
- Availability to travel within continental North America is required.
- Position located in Erlanger KY.
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Hiring Manager- Juan Hoyos
Recruiter- John Wagner
About ADM At ADM we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste and a commitment to sustainability we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth depth insights facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food beverages health and wellness and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at .
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
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