Account Manager - Food & Beverage

Ecolab is a global leader renowned for its innovative solutions in water, hygiene, and infection prevention, serving a wide range of industries including food and beverage manufacturing. As a Fortune 500 company, Ecolab delivers expertise and tailored programs that help customers protect people and vital resources while advancing operational efficiency and sustainability. The company places a strong emphasis on creating a positive impact with proven results in food safety, water conservation, and productivity improvement. Ecolab’s Food & Beverage division specifically focuses on addressing the complex challenges faced by food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing plants worldwide. Their solutions encompass advanced cleaning and sanitation technologies combined with digital tools and expert consultation to ensure compliance with government regulations and industry standards.

Joining Ecolab’s Food & Beverage team as an Account Manager offers a unique opportunity to be part of an industry-leading organization committed to enhancing food safety and product quality. This role is especially suited for professionals with expertise in sanitation for food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing environments who excel in driving sales results alongside technical service and consultation. The position involves collaborating closely with customers to develop and implement sanitation plans, evaluate operational processes, troubleshoot issues, and identify efficiencies that safeguard product integrity and boost performance. The Account Manager serves as a trusted advisor, leveraging comprehensive knowledge of Ecolab’s products and services, as well as industry best practices, to build strong, long-lasting business relationships.

This role offers a competitive annual compensation range of $84,300 to $126,400, which includes base salary plus performance-based incentives. Candidates will benefit from a flexible, independent work environment with the ability to plan their own schedule while enjoying access to cutting-edge resources, tools, and technologies. Ecolab supports career growth with paid training programs and clear advancement opportunities in sales, service, corporate accounts, or management tracks. Employees receive a company vehicle for both business and personal use, fostering mobility and convenience.

As an Account Manager, you will engage with a diverse customer base across food, beverage, and dairy manufacturing sectors, providing expert insights on sanitation, safety, and quality. The role demands an ability to communicate effectively at all levels within customer operations and to adapt sales strategies in alignment with customer business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will also be actively involved in managing product inventory, overseeing chemical concentration levels, participating in equipment installations and maintenance, and supporting employee training initiatives.

Ecolab’s Food & Beverage team plays a critical role in advancing global food safety standards, helping customers conserve significant water resources and prevent millions of foodborne illnesses each year. This commitment to excellence and innovation makes the Account Manager role both impactful and rewarding for those passionate about food safety and operational excellence. Candidates residing within 150 miles of Sioux Falls are preferred to support regional travel needs, which typically include 1-3 overnight trips per week. This position requires a valid driver’s license and a strong willingness to travel across the assigned geographic territory.

Ecolab fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace culture dedicated to equal opportunity, professional development, and employee well-being. The company adheres to all applicable labor laws and provides reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Joining Ecolab means becoming part of a dynamic team continuously improving food safety and sustainability on a global scale.