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Key Account Manager - Global Food Ingredients Manufacturer

Selangor Permanent MYR17,000 - MYR22,000 per month (MYR204,000 - MYR264,000 per year) Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to drive flavour and food ingredient growth across key customers within the food and beverage manufacturing sector. This role combines sales, business development, and project management to deliver tailored ingredient solutions that meet customer needs and business objectives.
  • Drive strategic growth with major food and beverage manufacturing accounts
  • Market-leading principal food and flavour solutions manufacturer

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in Food & Flavour solutions, partnering with major food, beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products. With a commitment to innovation and customer collaboration, they deliver high-quality ingredients and technologies that shape the future of food and nutrition.

Job Description

  • Manage and grow business with assigned key accounts.
  • Build strong relationships with customer decision-makers to secure long-term partnerships.
  • Develop and execute strategic account development plans, sales forecasts, and budgets with measurable KPIs.
  • Oversee the project and brief pipeline, ensuring alignment with growth objectives.
  • Protect base business in key markets while proactively identifying and driving new business opportunities.
  • Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, agreements, rebates, and credit matters in line with company guidelines.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
  • Manage distributor relationships, enhancing their sales capability and market reach.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Key Account Manager should have:

  • Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of proven experience in sales, marketing, or key account management within the B2B food ingredients or flavours industry.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in forecasting, budgeting, account planning, and pipeline management.
  • Deep understanding of customer strategies, launches, and category dynamics within F&B manufacturing.
  • Highly skilled at relationship-building, influencing stakeholders, and identifying unmet customer needs.
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a passion for driving customer value.



Key Highlights: B2B Sales, Key Account Management, Food Ingredients & Flavours Manufacturer, Global Market Leader

What's on Offer

  • The opportunity to lead major customer relationships for a globally recognised organisation.
  • A culture that promotes innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and meaningful career growth.
  • Exposure to regional projects and strategic initiatives that enhance long-term development.
  • A supportive and diverse team environment with strong international collaboration.
Contact
Kayden Liew
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7064698
Phone number
+60 12 375 3679

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
B2B Sales
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Selangor
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kayden Liew
Consultant contact
+60 12 375 3679
Job Reference
JN-072026-7064698
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.