Key Account Manager – Food & Nutrition, LATAM South at Wegochem Europe B.V.
Job Title: Key Account Manager – Food & Nutrition, LATAM South | Job ID: 27745757 | Work Remote: Yes | Location: Brazil (Remote)
Job Summary
The Key Account Manager is responsible for working with Wego’s global product management team to develop new accounts for our existing chemical & ingredient product lines into end-use manufacturers in the target geography. This position will focus on the key food & nutrition market segment. Key Account Managers have an excellent understanding of their product and industry niche and are tasked with developing high-level clients and growing and maintaining strategic relationships within their region.
Responsibilities
Cultivate and grow a healthy business portfolio within the target geography, using a long-term perspective.
Manage the entire sales channel: generate leads, gain approvals, negotiate prices, obtain orders, and maintain the business.
Conduct market research, attend trade shows, and stay current with industry trends.
Assist in demand forecasting to inform the purchasing patterns of Wego’s product groups related to your industry category.
Anticipate and proactively respond to business needs and the needs of your customers.
Prepare and provide short‑ and long‑term sales forecasts.
Communicate effectively and assertively with teammates and Geography Leadership.
Key Qualifications
3+ years of experience in sales & marketing of chemicals & ingredients.
High energy, go‑getter, entrepreneurial mentality.
Ability to foster and manage customer relationships with a client‑friendly personality.
Self‑organized and ultimately accountable for customer satisfaction.
Commitment to going above and beyond to make clients happy with a "no task too small" outlook.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Fluent in English and Portuguese.
College degree required: Chemical Engineer, Food Engineer, Business or Marketing; MBA is a plus.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industry: Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products
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