Account Manager - Water Treatment Chemical Sales

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Join Veolia as an Account Manager in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) division and be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability!

We're seeking an experienced Account Manager in CSM to work closely with customers across diverse industries, creating advanced chemical water treatment solutions. You'll be more than a sales professional – you'll be a trusted technical advisor developing deep customer relationships while delivering creative solutions that improve energy and water sustainability, optimize profitability, and enhance asset protection.

The location for this role is for the Louisville, KY area/market.

What You'll Do

• Technical Innovation : Analyze, build, and optimize chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, Memchem, and Process Applications
• Business Development : Maintain a healthy sales funnel and secure new, recurring, profitable business opportunities for consistent year-over-year growth
• Strategic Communication : Conduct sample testing and deliver Technical Service Reports that analyze customer data, interpret results, and recommend improvement initiatives to enhance customer operations
• Value Creation : Execute our Account Management Excellence Program including Service Plans, Value Generation Plans, and Business Reviews to demonstrate measurable customer value
• Sustainability Leadership : Plan and communicate Veolia's Value Generation Plans through projects that drive water & energy sustainability and improve asset protection
• Revenue Growth : Meet and achieve annual revenue targets while managing margin reviews, price escalations, and commercial negotiations
• Safety Excellence : Work safely at all times, following all EHS policies and procedures

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering/Technologist (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), preferred. Or minimum 8+ years of direct experience in the field and water treatment industry will also qualify, high school education is required.
• Chemical water treatment experience 
• 3+ years of technical sales experience with demonstrated success in account management, revenue growth, and customer relationship building
• Experience with consultative selling and technical solution development
• A full valid driver's license and willingness to travel (a learner’s permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify).
  
   

Key Characteristics: 

• Technical curiosity and superior problem-solving skills
• Sample analysis and testing while demonstrating mechanical and electrical aptitude for small-scale equipment and instrumentation
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities 
• Customer-focused mindset with active listening skills
• Excellent time management in fast-paced environments 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team 
• Comfortable working in industrial environments 
• Openness to continuous learning and professional development
  
   

What Success Looks Like

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships that drive account growth
• Develop innovative solutions that deliver measurable value to customers
• Contribute to team revenue goals through strategic account management 
• Present technical solutions and business cases to key stakeholders
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your territory
  
   

Why Veolia?

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive technical and commercial training, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection.

This position includes incentive compensation eligibility and account assignment opportunities.

Ready to advance your career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!

Additional Information

At WTS, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We are an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.