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Bakery Account Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $46,300.00 - $75,800.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Annual bonus

Job Description

IFF is a globally recognized leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences, committed to delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. As a company focused on innovation and growth, IFF supports global food and beverage manufacturers by improving nutritional profiles, taste, texture, and cost efficiency through its Food Ingredients division. With its innovative spirit and commitment to scientific excellence, IFF ensures it remains at the forefront of shaping the future of food and consumer experiences worldwide. The role being offered is remote-based, situated in New Century, Kansas, and invites candidates to join a collaborative, innovative, and growth-minded team where their potential will serve as a source of inspiration to the organization.

This opportunity is for a dedicated professional to contribute meaningfully to the Bakery sales team, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive sales and profitability in the evolving bakery sector. The successful candidate will provide technical and application insights to customers, leveraging a strong understanding of the bakery customer network and industry trends. They will work alongside innovation, marketing, and business unit teams to align strategies and support sales programs aimed at achieving regional business goals. With a deep knowledge of the entire Food Ingredients portfolio, this role demands a resilient, proactive mindset focused on meeting and exceeding customer expectations while maintaining a robust sales pipeline and active participation in trade associations. The candidate will also support the Bakery, Bar, and Confectionery sales teams by sharing industry expertise and customer insights that fuel product development and sales growth. This position emphasizes strategic collaboration, technical proficiency, and customer relationship management within a dynamic commercial landscape.

Joining IFF means working for a company where diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity are valued principles. IFF fosters an inclusive workplace culture that enables all colleagues to express their authentic selves. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k retirement plans, paid vacation and holidays, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, and an annual bonus plan. It is important for applicants to be aware that the Food Ingredients business unit is planned to transition ownership to CVC Capital Partners by the first half of 2027, contingent on regulatory approvals. Until then, it remains an integral part of IFF. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about advancing taste, scent, and nutrition solutions and contributing to a leading company that is driving positive change and innovation across the globe.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, bakery science, or a related life science field
  • 5+ years of sales, bakery, or confectionery industry experience
  • strong competencies in sales, marketing, or product development
  • deep understanding of the selling process and the bakery industry
  • experience selling functional food ingredients and supporting technical marketing
  • demonstrated strength in negotiations, planning, and execution
  • experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM tools
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to travel up to 50%
  • AIB certification is a plus

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, bakery science, or a related life science field
  • 5+ years of sales, bakery, or confectionery industry experience
  • strong competencies in sales, marketing, or product development
  • deep understanding of the selling process and the bakery industry
  • experience selling functional food ingredients and supporting technical marketing
  • demonstrated strength in negotiations, planning, and execution
  • experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM tools
  • excellent communication skills across matrixed teams
  • ability to travel up to 50%
  • AIB certification is a plus

Job Duties

  • Understand the bakery customer network and industry trends
  • drive sales policies and programs to achieve U.S. regional sales and profit goals
  • build and manage strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  • maintain a resilient, proactive mindset to meet customer expectations
  • provide technical and application insights to customers in partnership with innovation and technical teams
  • develop deep knowledge of entire Food Ingredient portfolio
  • support the Bakery, Bar, and Confectionery sales teams with expertise and insights
  • maintain a strong opportunity pipeline and participate in trade associations
  • align innovations, applications, marketing, and business unit teams with the Bakery Strategy

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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