Trainee Technischer Vertrieb (Animal Health)

At Ecolab, we help make the world cleaner, safer and healthier .

Ecolab is a trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations in more than 170 countries and a global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions. We combine complete solutions, data‑driven insights and personalised service to help customers improve food safety, maintain safe environments, optimise water and energy use, and drive sustainable performance across food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial sectors.

If you are early in your career and looking to learn, grow and make a real impact, our Territory Manager in Training Programme could be the right next step.

About the Programme

This is a 12month, structured development programme designed to prepare you for a future role as a Territory Manager.Starting from October 1 st , 2026 youwill be supported every step of the way through a combination of:

• Classroom and virtual learning

• On‑the‑job training and job shadowing

• Coaching from experiencedcolleagues

• Hands‑on experience with customers in real environments

From day oneyou’ll gain exposure to customer operations, learn how to diagnose challenges, and develop practical solutions that improve safety, hygiene and sustainability.

About the Division

The Animal Health division focuses on livestock biosecurity and dairy farm markets, supporting customers in protecting animal health and addressing emerging needs.

As a trusted partner, Ecolab works directly with customers to develop sanitation programs, assess processes, solve technical issues and identify opportunities to improve operational performance.

What You Will Do

After completing your training, you will take ownership of an established customer territory, becoming a trusted partner and technical advisor to your customers. You will support farms and livestock operations with biosecurity and sanitation programs that help protect animal health and improve operational performance.

In this role you will:

• Build strong, trusted relationships with existing customers through regular service visits

• Learn how customers’ operations work, gaining hands-on experience with equipment, technologies and solutions used on site

• Support the installation, maintenance and safe use of equipment, helping customers keep their operations fully effective

• Train and support customer teams, ensuring confidence in using Ecolab solutions and biosecurity practices

• Gradually develop the ability to identify improvement opportunities, deliver technical demonstrations and support the growth of your territory

• Work closely with colleagues across Sales, Technical and Customer teams to deliver the best possible customer experience

• Contribute to Ecolab’s growth by supporting outreach activities and strengthening our presence in your local market

What you’ll need?

We are interested in meeting individuals with diverse backgrounds.You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Life Sciences, Chemistry or a related field

• Are interested in building a career in technical,sales or service-related roles 

• Have a genuine interest in animal health, biosecurity and farm environments

• Are eager to learn, open to feedback and motivated to continuously develop new skills 

• Have demonstrated problem solving skills and creative thinking 

• Are comfortable adapting to new situations and challenges 

• Are comfortable using Microsoft Office and other digital tools forcommunication and reporting

• Have English language skills at B1 level or above

• Hold a valid driver’s license, with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, and are open to traveling within your assigned district and occasionally nationwide 

No Immigration Sponsorship available

What’s in it For You:

• A12-monthfixed-term contract,that may lead to a permanent position, depending onbusiness needs

• A robust, structured training programme,that includes job shadowing, e-learning modules, structured field activities, and customized classroom style training,with clear development milestones

• A supportive environment where coaching and feedback are part of everyday work,allowing you to learn from subject matter experts with proven success

• The opportunity to carve out a long term, advanced career pathin sales,within a business that recognises the talent to progress

• 25 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holiday

• 4% Flexible Benefits Allowance. A wide range of benefits (extended to families) or to be used as salary increase

• Pension with 7% Employer Contribution and 4 x annual salary Life Insurance benefits

• Receive a company vehicle for business and personal use

• Income growth opportunities as you progress and develop in the role

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and 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. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of 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, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

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Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will 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. Ecolab 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, or disability.