Account Manager

Primary Responsibilities

• To generate sales by expanding and maintaining relationships with existing clients and prospecting new accounts within the territory.
• Develop and implement account specific sales strategies to meet and exceed budget.
• Routinely call on Key Accounts to understand their needs and requirements and develop account relationships.
• Present and promote new and alternative ingredients and technology.
• Prepare forecasts and call reports in CRM database.
• Participate in trade shows, sales conferences and sales meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in the chemical, personal care industry.
• Willing to travel up to 80 %with some overnight stays.
• Exposure to and competency with Salesforce.com
• Excellent follow-up, communication and computer skills.