QSR Corporate Account Manager, McDonald's US

As the industry leader in water technology, we’re growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world’s most vital resource.

Ecolab seeks a Corporate Account Manager to join the US McDonald’s account team. You’ll be responsible for developing McDonald’s relationships and driving program growth for the Quick Service Restaurant division.   You will be given a defined region in the US, and will be dedicated to the McDonald’s account, meeting with owner operators and field office personnel to drive Ecolab value and partnership, discuss and educate on the Ecolab QSR McDonald’s program, and sell in program gaps to provide best in class restaurants. 

What’s in it For You:

• Support a QSR industry leading brand with over 50 years of partnership with Ecolab
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping McDonald’s achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
• Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment 
• Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use 
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more! 

What You Will Do:

• Execute the McDonald’s strategic business plan in the defined region of the US
• Be active in the assigned region from the field office down to the restaurants to understand the business and needs of the customer and align them with the value of the Ecolab QSR program
• Within the region, develop relationships with owner operators and their leadership teams, and McDonald’s field office personnel through meetings, support, and conventions and conferences.
• Socialize and lead requested training within the region, supporting the procedures and values of the QSR McDonald’s program alongside other Ecolab support as well as other McDonald’s suppliers
• Engage in value conversations to sell in optional products and programs, highlighting the impact to the restaurant and driving grow to win for the account
• Drive volume led growth for assigned region by driving best in class McDonald’s restaurants using the suite of Ecolab products and programs for full value outcomes and results
• Support the broader McDonald’s Ecolab Enterprise Solutions team, supporting and socializing other programs from the broader team and divisions
• Support any restaurants’ service needs or gaps, assuring the delivery of Ecolab's service commitments and value and resolving any issues

Position Details:  

• Candidate must reside in: The South / Eastern part of the US near a major airport
• Territory will include: North America
• 50% overnight travel required 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (1.5 years of business to business sales or Ecolab experience = 1 year of post-secondary education).
• 5+ years of technical sales experience
• Must have a valid Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or business
• 5+ years restaurant or specialty chemical industry experience
• Demonstrated large account management success with franchisee level relationship sales experience
• Financial and analytical skills, including the understanding of a P&L and the financial implications of customers situations and concerns

About Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)

Our Quick Service Restaurants team is the global leader in cleaning, sanitation and food safety solutions to the Quick Service Restaurant industry. We focus on developing specialized programs and providing industry-specific expertise that help improve our customers’ operations and deliver clean, safe and efficient sites. With a global force of highly trained sales and service associates, we are committed to delivering comprehensive, value-added offerings and professional, personal service to ensure food safety and brand consistency across the biggest limited-service and fast-casual restaurants in the world.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

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Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.