Regional Sales Manager – Specialty Chemicals – Personal Care Markets – California

Overview

North American raw material specialty chemical supplier is looking to fill a Regional Sales Manager position in the Los Angeles area. This is a sales team leadership position managing a team of 3-5 Account Managers focused on selling raw material specialty chemicals to the Personal Care markets in California (mainly Southern California). This is an excellent opportunity to join an entrepreneurial company with a broad product portfolio in a highly visible leadership role.

It’s also a solid income opportunity. The overnight travel is estimated to be less than 20%.

• Lead a team of sales professionals who sell a broad range of raw material specialty chemicals to the Personal Care markets in California. The product lines include functional specialties, silicones, surfactants, emollients, antioxidants, waxes, oils, etc.
• Serve in a leadership role involving training, coaching, motivating, removing obstacles for success, and related activities.
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and other HR-related responsibilities.
• Collaborate with Account Managers and senior management to set the sales strategy for the region and execute the plan.
• Communicate effectively with all internal departments, suppliers, and senior leadership.
• Travel overnight as needed.

• 5+ years of experience selling raw material chemicals to the personal care markets.
• At least 3 years of sales team leadership experience.
• A bachelor’s degree is required, with the concentration open.
• High energy, motivating leader with proven success.
• Willingness to travel overnight as needed.

North American raw material specialty chemical supplier focused on selling to the personal care, home care, and industrial markets.

Base: $150,000 - $180,000. Plus, bonus targeted at 10% of annual salary. Strong company benefits. Company car. Opportunities for advancement.