Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 17,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your talent, your innovative spirit, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.
Sales Manager – Growing with Givaudan
Your Mission
As a junior member of our sales organization, you will play a vital supporting role in managing accounts and nurturing customer relationships. You’ll be guided by experienced professionals while taking ownership of projects that challenge you to think proactively, act independently, and bring forward new ideas.
Main responsibilities
Account & Business Management
Contribute to Givaudan’s growth by supporting revenue and profitability goals across designated accounts.- Keep account plans up-to-date — aligning with customer priorities and strategic business objectives.
- Identify opportunities to engage customers through briefs, presentations, and tailored solutions.
- Stay informed about market trends and competitor activities, suggesting actions that move our business forward.
- Follow up on brief activity by processing and following up on sample requests, stability requests, offers & quotations, regulatory documentation, raw material checks, new demand plans, and trial orders
- Assist in preparing documentation and supporting paperwork throughout the sales process
- Manage day-to-day communication and service for assigned customer accounts.
- Support customers with product or technical inquiries, collaborating closely with internal experts (technical, R&D, supply chain, quality)
Customer Relationship Management
Build genuine, trusting relationships with customers — ensuring we deliver value and reliability every time.- Understand customer needs and follow through with precision and enthusiasm.
- Prepare and present insights and proposals that communicate Givaudan’s value in a compelling way.
Collaboration and Support
Partner closely with senior colleagues and internal teams (Marketing, Technical, Supply Chain, Customer Care) to deliver seamless service.- Actively contribute ideas and improvements; show initiative in supporting the team’s goals.
- Learn by doing — and by listening, sharing, and collaborating with humility and openness.
Compliance & Governance
Uphold ethical practices and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.- Represent Givaudan with professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions.
Learning & Development
Engage continuously in learning opportunities that build your commercial, technical, and strategic capabilities.- Seek mentorship and feedback, embracing every opportunity for growth.
- Approach challenges with curiosity, commitment, and a genuine desire to contribute to your team’s success.
You?
Education University degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, or equivalent.- Experience 5 years of professional experience in commercial. Valuable if it is in Sweet goods and Beverage but not a constraint.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand product applications and formulations
Skills
- Proactive, Accountable, Smart, Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and humble — with a passion for learning and teamwork.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Customer service mindset and attention to detail.
- Basic negotiation and project management skills.
- Strong presentation and time management skills
Our Benefits
Continuous training and professional development programs- A collaborative and safety‑focused work environment
- Opportunities for growth within a global company
- On‑site medical assistance
- Free language courses in English and French
- Support for public transportation
- Discounts and special offers on perfume purchases
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Why Join Us
You will be part of a welcoming, purpose-driven global company where your ideas matter and your growth is supported. At Givaudan, we celebrate initiative and collaboration — empowering you to shape both your career and our customers’ success.
Step forward with curiosity, commitment, and creativity. Let’s grow together — Human by Nature.
At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Everyone — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, culture, religion, or any personal circumstances — is warmly welcomed at Givaudan, a place where we all love to be and grow.
Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.
