Account Manager

  
Whether it’s cooking, eating or just talking about food, we believe that the best way to enjoy life is through good company and great tasting food. At Langdon, we are a family of foodies who have been in business since 1852.  With an established reputation as the go-to purveyor of fine ingredients & new product collaborations, we pride ourselves in going above and beyond when servicing our vast array of clients around the world. We work hard but also value having fun along the way. At Langdon, you will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do and how they do it every day.

The role.

• Reports to the Category Head based in Melbourne
• Join our sales team across VIC, NSW, SA and QLD
• Manage and develop both a current customer base and new account opportunities by sales, gross profit and volume for your category
• Sell, market and promote food ingredients to food manufacturers, B2B
• Identify new opportunities within the market segments
• Visit the customers in your portfolio across Melbourne
• Offering competitive total remuneration package inclusive of car allowance and mobile allowance
• Possible one day work from home after 3 months. 

What are we looking for?

• Ideally with some sales experience in the food industry
• Alternatively with a food science degree working in product development or technical, ready to move in to sales
• A self-starter, confident to build on customer relationships  
• Committed to customer problem solving, delivers high service levels
• Negotiation skills and ability to recognise new business opportunities
• Positive outlook and approach to business and customers
• A strong work ethic with excellent communication skills.

Why work at Langdon?

• We celebrated 170 years in 2022
• Locations in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the UK
• Work close to home in the western suburbs
• Access to a wellbeing program
• Focus on sustainable sourcing
• Strong safety and environmental culture
• Social events including cooking competitions, trivia nights, BBQ's
• Access to onsite premium coffee
• Environmentally responsible.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to the Recruitment Manager. Option to record video cover letter is available. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.