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Sr. Account Manager II

Synergy Flavors · Field · Remote available · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a large strategic account you grew. What did you do that made the difference?

What they are checking: Whether they've driven real long-term growth on major accounts, not just maintained them.

Walk me through a complex negotiation with several stakeholders. How did you manage it?

What they are checking: Whether they can navigate purchasing, R&D and executives at the same time.

Tell me about a time an important project for a customer went wrong. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they own problems and repair trust with major accounts.

What would you do

How would you build executive-level relationships in a customer's organization?

What they are checking: Whether they can earn senior access by offering insight, not just asking for meetings.

This territory spans several western states. How would you cover it effectively from a remote role?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan travel and virtual touchpoints across a wide area.

A big customer wants a price cut or they'll move business to a competitor. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can defend value and find options without giving away margin.

How do you work with R&D and applications teams to win a customer's new product project?

What they are checking: Whether they coordinate internal teams to deliver winning samples on time.

How do you influence internal planning so the company is ready for your customers' growth?

What they are checking: Whether they share forecasts and insights to help supply and planning teams prepare.

About the work

How do you build a multi-year account plan for a national food or beverage company?

What they are checking: Whether they think strategically about customer goals, pipeline and growth paths.

How do you decide which opportunities to chase in a big account and which to pass on?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize based on value, probability and fit rather than chasing everything.

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The full job description

As published by Synergy Flavors.

Company Overview Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we’re a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods. We believe great flavor starts with great people. That’s why we’re committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences. Your Role in Synergy's Success The Senior Account Manager (Sr. AM) is a senior-level commercial leader responsible for managing Synergy’s largest and most strategic accounts. This role drives long-term revenue growth, leads complex multi-stakeholder negotiations, and builds executive-level relationships across customer organizations. The Sr. AM sets strategic direction for key accounts, influences internal planning, and ensures successful commercialization of high-value customer initiatives.. How You Will Contribute This is a remote position for our Western Territory (California, Utah, Arizona, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Own and grow high-value national and multinational strategic accounts. • Develop long-term customer strategies, account roadmaps, and multi‑year business plans. • Lead complex negotiations including multi-year contracts, pricing strategy, and strategic agreements. • Build and maintain executive-level customer relationships across R&D, procurement, marketing, and leadership teams. • Guide cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and flawless execution of customer projects. • Identify and champion major new business initiatives with significant revenue impact. • Provide strategic insights, financial forecasting, and risk analysis to commercial leadership. • Represent Synergy at key industry conferences, customer summits, and strategic meetings. • Serve as a mentor and resource to the Account Manager and ADS teams. SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS • Minimum 7+ years of flavor, ingredient, or complex B2B CPG sales experience. • Proven success managing multimillion‑dollar portfolios and delivering sustained growth. • Strong executive presence with ability to influence senior customer stakeholders. • Mastery of negotiation, strategic selling, and long-term account planning. • Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional and global environments Exceptional communication, presentation, and strategic thinking abilities. Salary Range: $153,000 to $207.,000 The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. For more information on our benefits click here . Department: Sales Location: Western Territory (California, Utah, Arizona, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington) Work Arrangement: Remote Reporting To: Director of Sales Our Commitment to our People We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets. Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.

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