Territory Account Specialist

Overview

Manage an assigned territory of national retail accounts, performing food safety and sanitation audits, installing and maintaining dispensing equipment, and training store personnel on the Diversey food sanitation program.

What you'll do

• Conduct food safety and sanitation audits in assigned geographical territory and account list.
• Based on audit results, communicate significant sanitation violations to store management and recommend appropriate corrective actions required to maintain a high level of store cleanliness.
• Install and maintain chemical dispensing equipment which can include ware wash dispensing platforms.
• Train customer associates on the use of products, systems, and sanitation procedures.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relations within each account.
• Maintain company vehicle and all other company assets assigned to TAS.
• Comply with internal reporting requirements, assigned administrative duties, and maintenance of parts stock in storage shed and vehicle.
• Maintain 100% compliance with company safety policy, utilize PPE, and follow safety processes at all times.
• Maintain/control expense and quality control measures related to equipment, parts, literature, and tools.

What you'll need

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) Certified Professional- Food Safety (CP-FS) certification (or equivalent) or become certified within one year of employment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to effectively train store sanitation teams.
• 2+ years of email, Excel, Word and ability to use auditing platforms delivered through tablet applications.
• A valid US driver's license with a good driving record, the ability to drive for extended periods and stay overnight (up to 50% of the time).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Mechanical aptitude required to become proficient with training in basic wiring and plumbing to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of warewash and chemical dispensing equipment.
• Excellent phone and email communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work cross functionally to achieve company goals.
• Professional attitude, good organizational skills, and self-motivated/directed.
• MUST be a resident of San Diego CA.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 2+ years of experience in food safety or sanitation related work.

Details

• Location: California (Remote); candidates must live in the San Diego, CA region.
• Travel: drive for extended periods and stay overnight up to 50% of the time.