Sales Manager

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Sales Manager responsible for driving sales strategies at Manus, a biotechnology firm. Engaging with customers and developing applications of products in the food and flavor industries.

Responsibilities:

  • Make customer contacts at, research, application development, supply chain, marketing levels.
  • Develop applications of products and services effectively.
  • Research customer needs and develop applications of products and services.
  • Develop and deliver sales presentations and close sales effectively.
  • Participate in sales forecasting, sales planning, and CRM.
  • Participate in development of new products and modifications of existing products.
  • Develop and maintain professional communications with all levels of staff and customers.
  • Maintain databases relating to research data and project information in the CRM system.
  • Provide technical support and maintain programs for information analysis.
  • Engage in technical discussions and demonstrations with potential clients.
  • Keep management informed of activity with timely preparation of reports.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and collaborate with clients to implement improvements.

Requirements:

  • B.S. in Food Science, technical or business discipline.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years in a sales role in the flavor or food ingredient industries.
  • Technical knowledge of sweetener formulation.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills.
  • Organization and use of CRM database systems.
  • Proficient in use of email, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel programs.
  • Excellent oral/written communication skills and presentation skills.
  • Excellent customer relations skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of target market industries.
  • Ability to travel at least 50% of the time.
  • Ability to influence and persuade to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity for motivated, results-oriented team members for personal and professional advancement.
  • Accountability with provided resources to succeed and accountability for high expectations.
  • Passion for working on the cutting edge of the industry.