Technical Account Manager - Food Ingredients

Technical Account Manager (Food Ingredients) – Home Based UK UK | Full-Time | Global Ingredients Business About the Company Join a dynamic and forward-thinking business that forms part of a well-established 229-year-old international group headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. We supply specialty food ingredients to manufacturers across the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, and the Benelux region. As exclusive distributors for several major European and American producers, we are entering an exciting phase of expansion in the UK market — and we are looking for a driven Technical Account Manager to help lead that growth. About the Role Working as part of an experienced Technical Account Management team of 4, reporting to the UK Sales Manager. This is a key position within a growing, future-oriented business. You will combine technical expertise with commercial acumen to drive sales growth and strengthen customer relationships across the UK. Key Responsibilities: * Drive sales growth by expanding business with existing customers * Provide technical product selection support across multiple applications * Identify and pursue new business development opportunities * Develop and implement strategic account plans for the UK market * Manage customers within key sectors including: * Dairy * Beverage * Sports Nutrition * Food Supplements & Nutraceuticals Full product training will be provided as part of a comprehensive induction programme. About You You will ideally be a food scientist/technologist who has several years of experience working with food ingredients in a development or applications role and looking to further develop your career into a technical sales role, or have a strong technical background and already made the move into a commercial role within the food ingredients arena. Essential Experience & Skills: * Food Science / Food Technology qualification or equivalent experience * ✔ 3+ years’ practical experience in product development or applications within the food, beverage, or ingredients industry * ✔ 2+ years’ commercial B2B experience in food ingredients, preferred but if you are customer facing within a development role and looking for your first step into sales this would also be a great. * ✔ Strong understanding of technical applications of food ingredients * ✔ Ability to confidently engage with customers’ development teams * ✔ Commercial awareness and ability to identify market opportunities * ✔ Strong project management and organisational skills * ✔ Proven ability to manage customers, develop new business, and maintain strong client relationships * ✔ Results-driven, self-motivated, and deadline-focused * ✔ Full UK driving licence * ✔ Willingness and flexibility to travel within the UK and overseas Highly Advantageous: * Experience in Dairy, Beverage, or Sports Nutrition sectors * Experience with specialised functional food ingredients What We Offer * Opportunity to join a long-established international group * Strong growth potential within the UK market * Full product training and structured induction, including sales training if required * A dynamic, entrepreneurial environment * The chance to combine technical expertise with commercial strategy Ready to Take the Next Step? If you are passionate about food innovation, technically strong, and commercially driven, we would love to hear from you