Sales Account Manager, Japan

Reporting to the Sales Account Manager, this position will be an intricate part of our commercial team. You will be responsible for developing and delivering new sales opportunities for Sensient Technologies. You will also manage existing business throughout the assigned territory, and you will be accountable for the development and execution of sales plans, annual goals and initiatives in support of the Division's strategy and objectives. 

As a Sales account manager at Sensient, you are required to have on-site customer interaction to engage and partner with key customer decision makers to develop and deliver our ingredient solutions to them. 

What you will do:

• Conduct regular meetings with customers to understand their needs and align with appropriate products.
• Build strong relationships across the organization, creating multiple touchpoints for collaboration.
• Collaborate closely with the technical team to deliver tailored solutions.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive territory plan to maximize coverage of all accounts and prospects.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of accounts, including key decision-makers, and foster strong business relationships.
• Operate within the targeted expense budget, adhering to company policies regarding expenses and equipment care.
• Provide regular written reports on territory activities, including competitive situations, market trends, and customer feedback.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Several years of sales experience with demonstrated competencies and success.
• Technical experience preferred, but not required.
• TOEIC score over 700 (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to set and manage product terms.
• Project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.

What you will get:

• The opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week 
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities 
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond 

About Sensient: 

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Colors: 

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. 

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