Sales Manager – Midwest

📋 Description

• Identifying and engaging with new markets and potential customers

• Demonstrated ability to successfully close sales deals

• Proactive follow-up with a sense of urgency and responsiveness

• Exceptional negotiation skills

• Emphasizing value in sales presentations

• Collaborating with and inspiring distribution partners

• Managing an existing territory valued at $2-3 million, currently shared with the sales manager

• Short to mid-term business potential estimated at $1-2 million within a 1-3 year timeframe

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree; a Technical Degree in Chemistry is highly preferred

• At least 3 years of experience in sales

• Experience in team-based selling, including sales, technical, or product management roles

• Required experience in the chemical industry; performance chemical experience is a plus

• Preferred product line experience includes: • Specialty additives for industrial and automotive markets • Defoamers/antifoams applicable to any use • Silicone release agents

• Must reside in the Midwest region, ideally in Michigan, Illinois, or neighboring states

• Willingness to travel 60% of the time, with 3 out of 5 days spent in the home office and up to two weeks of overnight travel per month

• A basic understanding of industrial and automotive market regulations and compliance is preferred

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure

• Opportunities for professional development and growth

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

• Flexible work arrangements