Sales Account Manager

Sales Account Manager - Water Solutions

Primary Location: Home Based - Texas

Schedule: Monday to Friday, necessary travel

Reports To: Sales Director

Compensation: $125,000- $135,000 + bonus + benefits.

At Chemtrade, we deliver innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. We value and respect all our employees, recognizing that our diverse and talented workforce is the heart of our success. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create fulfilling work experiences for all.

About This Role and You

The Account Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing sales of water chemicals in the Central South of United States (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana). Position requires strong selling skill to develop new sales as well as a solid technical knowledge of product application. The Account Manager will be also responsible for maintaining critical customer contacts and to understand market dynamics and recommending/implementing appropriate actions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Environmental Sciences with a minimum 5-10 years' of experience in chemical sales and marketing, preferably within the Water and/or Paper Industry. MBA would be considered a strong asset.
• Proven verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid driver's license is required
• Ability to travel between 50-70% of his time
• Strong computer skills (SAP, Office, CRM)

Responsibilities

• Develop new sales and gain market info in the Central South of US
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers in the territory to understand needs, gain market knowledge and recommend actions.
• Ensure relationships with end-use customers are favorable. Take appropriate action if a customer is dissatisfied with any aspect of Chemtrade service.
• Independently develop/implement specific account by account tactical strategy to exceed contribution/margin plan, focusing on key criteria of volume and selling price.
• Develop, analyze, and negotiate sales agreements at strategic accounts with input from management in order to meet corporate objectives.
• Answer customer's requests regarding their operation problems related directly or indirectly to the use of our products.

Communications:

• Conscientiously review and communicate potential opportunities that add value to the current business which is aligned with the growth strategy.
• Effectively manage sales processes including effective communication with customers (price change notifications, quotations, etc.) territory management and planning, budgeting and forecasting, call reports, expenses, etc

Other:

• Proactively cooperate with operations, distribution, customer service, technical and quality functions to resolve customer issues and successfully implement business strategy.
• Understands all costs components which impact cost of doing business with the customer.
• Work/Coordinate projects to develop new business or support our business along with the Sales/Marketing Departments.

What Chemtrade Offers You

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities, skills, and experiences of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to drive our business forward, and see our diversity as one of our greatest strengths.

To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all employees. These employee-driven groups provide platforms for employees to share their perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive and respectful culture and provide vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. We recognize the value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG's) in fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.

Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of its employees