Account Executive, Food Ingredients Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: Our client is seeking an Account Executive for Food Ingredients in the South Central USA region. This direct hire position offers a base salary of $80,000 - $110,000 / yr with additional benefits. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 2 years of experience in food ingredient sales, and be able to travel 3 days a week. If you meet these qualifications, apply today for this exciting opportunity!
Job Description
Account Executive, Food Ingredients
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
Full Remote
TYPE
Direct Hire
SALARY
$80,000 – $110,000 / yr
ID
GA159-2745143
POSTED
May 14, 2025
Title:
Account Executive, Food Ingredients
Location:
Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi territory (Home office based)
Job Code:
BC504AE
Base Salary:
$80-110K base plus 35% target bonus and company car
Our client is an established and respected supplier of food ingredients and specialty chemicals sold to manufacturers of food, nutraceutical, and beverage products. We are searching for a food ingredient sales professional, based in the South Central USA to cover accounts throughout a specific geographical territory.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from a 4 year accredited university
2 years minimum prior experience working for a manufacturer or distributor of functional food ingredients in a sales, sales support, tech service, or R D capacity.
Excellent negotiation skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Ability to travel – on average – 3 days a week to visit accounts
A valid drivers license (with no DUIs)
A confident and hard-working attitude. Positive, upbeat, and enthusiastic personality.
Already live in the designated territory
We have excellent benefits and career advancement opportunities for the right person. If you meet or exceed these qualifications, please apply for this exciting job today!
Key Words:
food ingredients, chemistry, food science, sales, marketing, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, phosphates, acidulants, IFT, HACCP, food manufacturing, dietary supplements, nutraceutical, preservatives, botanicals, human health, human nutrition, soy proteins, whey proteins, fiber, fibre, chemicals, chemical, Omega-3, hydrocolloids, gums, alginates, flavors, account management, account manager, sales manager, account executive.
