Account Manager – Industrial Chemicals

Texas-based regional raw material chemical company is looking to fill a critical Account Manager position, home-based in the Dallas, TX area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a very successful chemical organization focused on selling commodity chemicals to the General Industrial markets in the territory. This is an exciting, fast-paced, and challenging position. It's also a very solid income. Overnight travel is estimated to be ~20%.

Manage and grow an existing territory and account base largely in the DFW area, but also in North Texas. Sell a broad range of commodity chemicals to the General Industrial markets in the territory. The business requires selling mainly on a commercial level. Develop new opportunities at existing accounts, as well as prospect for and develop new accounts.
This is repeat business, so maintaining very strong customer relationships will be key. Manage pricing, troubleshooting, new product and service introductions, etc. Communicate effectively with management, suppliers, and customers. Develop the sales strategy for the territory. Effectively use a CRM program to manage territory and account information.

3+ years of chemical industry sales experience, or somewhat related industrial sales experience where in-person calls and relationships are key. A hunter for new business with a track record of sales success. High energy with the capacity to handle a large volume of activity. A college degree is required, but the concentration is open. Must be very professional, self-motivated, and have the ability to manage many activities, products, accounts, pricing, etc.

Texas-based regional raw material chemical company and supplier to all industries.

Base: $100,000 - $120,000, commensurate with experience, plus bonus/commissions: 30% of base salary per year is realistic average. There is no cap on the bonus/commission potential. It is a lucrative program based solely on individual results. Car allowance plus mileage.