Account Manager Animal Health

Ecolab is a leading global company specializing in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services. Dedicated to helping customers create safe food, clean water, and healthy environments, Ecolab serves multiple industries including foodservice, healthcare, agriculture, and industrial markets. Within Ecolab, the Animal Health division, including CID LINES, focuses on enhancing animal wellbeing through superior sanitation and hygiene products tailored for agricultural environments, particularly dairy farming.

The company prides itself on driving innovation and delivering industry-leading cleaning and sanitation solutions that improve outcomes for customers. Ecolab's commitment to sustainability and quality is embedded in its approach to animal health, guaranteeing the health of livestock and the safety of the food supply chain, which is vital for a sustainable world.

This job posting is for an Account Manager role within the CID Lines Animal Health Team, focusing on Eastern Wisconsin. The position is full-time and reports directly to the District Sales Manager, offering a highly independent working environment. The compensation ranges between $84,300 and $126,400 annually, including base pay and target incentives based on performance.

The Account Manager will be responsible for managing an established territory selling dairy farm products and services primarily aimed at improving milk quality and foot health of dairy herds. The role requires a significant level of technical sales expertise, a solid understanding of Ecolab's product portfolio, and the ability to deliver high-level service and consultation to large dairy farm clients either directly or through distributor networks.

This position entails working closely with customers in the dairy farming sector, providing consultation on sanitation, safety, and operational efficiencies including standard operating procedures and employee training. The Account Manager will also manage product inventories, participate in equipment installations, service and repair equipment, and monitor chemical concentrations to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Ideal candidates will have a background in dairy, food, agricultural sciences or related fields, or equivalent practical experience. The position requires a minimum of 2 years of industry sales experience, especially with large dairies, equipment sales, or technical sales in dairy agriculture. The flexibility to travel throughout the territory and a valid driver's license are essential.

Ecolab supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package and encourages career growth through ongoing training and development. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and resources in a flexible, independent environment with the potential for long-term career advancement in sales, service, corporate accounts, or management.

Ecolab is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and belonging. The company abides by all applicable labor laws and equal opportunity regulations and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Join Ecolab and be part of a global Fortune 500 company that values expertise and innovation in animal health, driving improvements for dairy farms that contribute to safer food and sustainable agriculture globally. Through your expertise in milk quality and animal health, you can make a significant impact while advancing your career in this dynamic industry.