FAQs
What is the job title and role of the position?
The job title is Sales Representative for Texture & Healthful Solutions. The role involves managing customer sales and technical activities for the assigned customer portfolio in Southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with the objective of delivering strong business growth.
What are the core responsibilities of the Sales Representative?
The core responsibilities include delivering business growth, developing and executing account plans, managing pricing and contracts, driving customer projects, providing innovation and technical support, enhancing customer experience, managing internal stakeholder relationships, overseeing CRM data, and pursuing continuous development and learning.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates should have a degree, solid commercial/sales experience in the food ingredients or similar B2B industry, a proven track record of delivering projects and business growth, and exceptional commercial acumen.
Is travel required for this position?
Yes, the position requires frequent weekly travel to customers across the assigned region for face-to-face meetings.
What desirable qualifications are mentioned for the role?
Desirable qualifications include an understanding of food processes and formulations, as well as experience or knowledge in the savoury, dairy, or bakery categories.
What are some key behaviors and skills required for this job?
Key behaviors and skills include understanding and shaping customer needs, driving execution for results, inspiring and influencing others, adaptability, having an entrepreneurial mindset, resourcefulness, negotiation skills, and being an advisor to customers.
What is the workplace type for this position?
The workplace type is hybrid or fully remote.
Who does the Sales Representative report to?
The Sales Representative reports to the Manager of Sales for Central and Eastern Europe.
Is relocation available for this position?
No, relocation is not available for this position.
What is the company's policy concerning recruitment agencies?
The Human Resources team manages recruitment for all positions at Ingredion, and the company will only accept resumes from search agencies if there is a signed agreement in place. Unsolicited resumes will be considered property of Ingredion, and they will not be responsible for fees associated with unsolicited introductions.