Senior Account Manager, Taste China

Job Title: Senior Account Manager, Taste China
Location: Shanghai, China

The elevator pitch of the role
As a Senior Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in executing the strategic account plan for Key Global Accounts and developing local Food Service savory strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with key global accounts and B2B customers, driving our savory and seasoning capabilities across multiple applications for Food Service.

Your key responsibilities

Execute the strategic account plan for key global accounts, aligning with global, regional, and local opportunities.
Develop and execute local Food Service savory strategies with key global accounts, driven by local opportunities.
Build and maintain relationships with major end-users and their local suppliers, leveraging internal resources and global support.
Manage and build relationships with selected contract manufacturers to develop our Food Service business.
Grow business with key formed protein/meat suppliers to the QSR industry and their customers.
Support efforts in the CQSR chains to develop opportunities utilizing flavors, reactions, pastes, and seasonings for the Hot Pot market.

We offer

Unique career paths across health, nutrition, and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science-led company, cutting-edge research, and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

Minimum 7 years of experience with measurable track records in the flavor industry or food science field as a strong sales account manager.
Background in an international company or top 3 local flavor house (e.g., Huabao, Apple and etc.).
Integrity, passion, and desire for building customer intimacy.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to work in a virtual network and get things done without line management authority.
Solid experience in managing projects across the value chain (e.g., service level agreements, supply chain projects).

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.

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