Account Executive
$85,000–$95,000 year
On-siteMomence, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Grow and support assigned customer accounts while developing new sales relationships in partnership with Sales leadership and cross-functional teams. Build strong customer relationships through frequent communication via phone, email, and in-person meetings as needed. Drive profitable growth by executing account strategies and supporting customers in developing high-quality, nutritious products. Facilitate new projects by gathering customer requirements and coordinating internal alignment to move opportunities from concept to execution. Collaborate closely with Key Account Managers, Specialists, and Account Services to ensure a high level of service and customer satisfaction. Conduct customer visits and attend external events, with domestic travel approximately 2–4 times per month.
Required Qualifications
- Two or more years of consultative, customer-focused sales experience with demonstrated results
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related business discipline
- Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and negotiation skills with a customer-first mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools such as MS Teams
- Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods, using a keyboard and handling documents
- Sufficient vision, hearing, and verbal communication abilities to work effectively in person and by phone
- The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Travel by vehicle and/or air is required approximately 2–4 times per month based on customer needs
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the food, beverage, and/or dietary supplement industry preferred
- Functional ingredient sales experience a plus
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