Job Description

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Join Corbion, a global leader in innovative and sustainable food ingredient solutions, where tradition meets cutting-edge technology. For over a century, we have partnered with food manufacturers worldwide to enhance food safety, freshness, and nutrition while prioritizing sustainability for the generations to come.

At Corbion, we honor nature’s wisdom by harnessing processes like fermentation and emulsification to develop solutions that inspire and delight. Our commitment to collaboration, quality, and respect makes us a trusted partner for food makers seeking to meet the needs of today’s consumers while preserving tomorrow’s world.

We are looking for a passionate Account Manager to join our Japan team and help drive sustainable growth in the beverage and confectionery market. This role is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with a multicultural team and make a meaningful impact on the future of food.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Purpose-Driven Work : Contribute to a more sustainable food system while partnering with customers to create delicious, innovative solutions.
• Respect for Culture : At Corbion, we honor Japanese values such as harmony, diligence, and long-term commitment, blending these with our global outlook.
• Growth Opportunities : Develop professionally in a dynamic, multinational environment while building strong relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Supportive Environment : Enjoy a workplace that values mutual respect, teamwork, and the unique strengths of every individual.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Achieve Growth Targets : Meet sales goals and identify new opportunities aligned with the company’s strategies.
• Customer-Centric Approach : Build trusted relationships with customers by understanding their needs and market trends.
• Market Leadership : Promote Corbion’s innovative solutions to strengthen our presence in Japan’s beverage and confectionery sectors.
• Collaborative Planning : Develop and execute market and account plans that align with global strategies and local opportunities.
• Strategic Insights : Monitor competitors’ activities and provide timely feedback to refine strategies.
• Global Teamwork : Work with our Global Key Account Team to share insights and maximize business opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Attributes

• Customer-focused, results-driven, and solution-oriented.
• Strong understanding of food science and the Japanese food market.
• Skilled in sales techniques, negotiation, and relationship building.
• Fluent in Japanese and business-level English (TOEIC 800+ preferred).
• Proactive, positive, and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Agricultural Chemistry, or Organic Chemistry (MBA is a plus).
• 5+ years in food or food ingredients sales, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Familiarity with trends and technologies shaping the food and ingredients industry.

What We Offer

• Meaningful Work : Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a supportive environment that values the well-being of its employees.
• Professional Development : Grow your career with access to global expertise and training.
• Cultural Synergy : Thrive in a workplace that respects and integrates Japanese cultural values.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact on the future of food, apply today and become a part of Corbion’s mission to preserve what matters.

About Corbion 

 

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2023, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,443.8 million and had a workforce of 2,727 FTE. For more information:

Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.

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