Location: [[mfield2]] ​​​​​Country: [[mfield1]] Our purpose points the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. We’re here to better our world with biology. Join us as our new Account Manager, Dairy - Cheese in South Africa Are you a dynamic results-driven individual with a passion for the Dairy Industry having expertised in cheese? If so, then we are looking for you! We are expanding our Southern African team and looking for an Account Manager with a technical cheese application background. In this role you'll make impact by: Maintain and develop business with existing customers and proactively identify opportunities with new customers. Follow and execute customer generated projects Conduct technical presentations at customers, explaining the application of Novonesis culture and enzyme solutions. Organise and provide training for customers where required and participate in company technical meetings. Map individual customers in own customer portfolio (sites, production, people, opportunities). Technical knowledge and practical experience in cheese production with the ability to optimize processes, trouble shoot and recommend specific cultures and enzymes based on customer requirements. Responsible for developing technical and process understanding of customer systems to optimally apply Novonesis culture and enzyme solutions. Responsible for growing cheese competences in the Southern African region and support customers in factory trials when required. Build a strong network with global technical and commercial development colleagues to facilitate in the local growth and retention projects. To succeed you must hold: Education & Experience: M.Sc./B.Sc. in Food/Dairy Science. Minimum of 5 years’ practical experience in the cheese industry with a strong technical understanding of dairy production processes. Position requires an individual with good analytical skills, a structured approach to tasks, high energy and flexibility in their schedule, good time management and task prioritization capabilities. Disciplined and willing to learn and continuously improve commercial and technical selling skills. Comfortable about managing and interacting with customers and handling negotiations. Ability and willingness to work on administrative tasks including budgeting, reporting, projects monitoring, customer updates. Ability to read, write and speak English. Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today! At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV. Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status. Want to learn more? Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com (https://www.novonesis.com/en/careers) Not the right fit for you? Even if this job isn't the right fit for you, perhaps you know someone who might find it interesting. If so, please feel free to share the job link and encourage them to apply. Thank you for your referral! Please check out our other open positions. The right fit for you could just be a few clicks away.