Sales Engineer

REDA Chemicals; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

REDA Chemicals is seeking a junior Sales Engineer to build a career in technical sales within the specialty chemicals sector in Dubai. Fresh graduates with a Chemistry or Chemical Engineering background are encouraged to apply, and those with internship or sales exposure will be considered.

You will learn our product portfolio, understand customer requirements, build relationships, and support business growth alongside the sales team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Fresh graduates welcome; internship or sales exposure preferred.
• 1–2 years in B2B or technical sales in specialty chemicals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Identify new business opportunities within assigned markets.
• Learn REDA’s product portfolio and applications to recommend technical solutions.

Skills

Technical Sales

Business Development

Customer Relationship Management

Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Ref: JB874 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

REDA Chemicals

Join REDA Chemicals — Where Science Meets Real‑World Impact

REDA Chemicals is a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, uniquely focused on serving the specific industrial needs of customers across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. With a strong regional presence and deep technical expertise, we connect global innovation with local industry needs—turning science into practical, real‑world solutions.

At REDA, you don’t just work with chemicals—you work at the intersection of science, technology, and industrial impact. Our teams help manufacturers innovate, improve performance, and grow sustainably across both emerging and established markets.

Global Reach, Local Expertise

With operations in 35+ countries and a strong on‑the‑ground presence, REDA Chemicals offers exposure to diverse markets and cultures while staying closely connected to customers and industries locally. Whether you’re in sales, technical services, supply chain, laboratories, or operations, your work has a tangible and visible impact.

Our Business Units

As a leading specialty chemical distributor, REDA Chemicals has taken the time to understand the specific needs of each industry we serve. Our organization is structured around five major Business Units, each led by one or more Business Unit Managers and supported by teams of industry specialists.

These teams play a key role in driving product development discussions, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the reliable supply of specialty chemicals and ingredients to their respective markets.

• Coatings, Construction & Inks: Supporting coatings, construction materials, and inks with high‑performance specialty chemicals and application expertise.
• Food Ingredients: Delivering ingredients and solutions for food processing and nutraceutical applications, supported by technical and formulation know‑how.
• Life Sciences: Serving pharmaceuticals, personal care, home care, industrial cleaning, and related markets with specialized ingredients and solutions.
• Oil, Gas, Petrochemicals & Mining: Providing specialty chemical solutions for upstream, downstream, petrochemical, and mining applications.
• Plastics, Rubber & Advanced Materials: Supporting plastics, rubber, and advanced material industries with performance‑driven raw materials and technical support.

Title: Sales Engineer

Industry: Specialty Chemicals

Reporting to: Business Team Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a junior Sales Engineer who is interested in building a career in technical sales within the specialty chemicals industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates with a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, particularly those who have completed an internship or gained some exposure to chemical sales, technical sales, or the chemical industry. Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.

Working closely with the Business Team Manager and experienced members of the sales team, you will learn REDA’s product portfolio, understand customer applications and requirements, develop customer relationships, and support the growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in developing and maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Identify prospective customers and new business opportunities within assigned markets and industries.
• Develop a good understanding of REDA’s specialty chemical products, their applications, and the industries they serve.
• Understand customer requirements and work with the team to recommend suitable products and technical solutions.
• Attend customer meetings and visits alongside experienced team members and progressively manage customer relationships independently.
• Follow up on customer inquiries, samples, quotations, and commercial opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers, applications, and industry trends.
• Coordinate internally with sales, technical, supply chain, and other teams to support customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities, and sales activities.
• Prepare regular customer visit and sales activity reports.
• Participate in relevant exhibitions, supplier meetings, customer visits, and industry events as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific or technical field.
• Valid UAE Driving License.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply, particularly candidates who have completed internships or gained practical exposure in chemical sales, technical sales, business development, or the chemical industry.
• Alternatively, 1-2 years of experience in B2B sales, technical sales, or business development, preferably within specialty chemicals, raw materials, or a related industry.
• Strong interest in developing a career in B2B technical sales and specialty chemical distribution.
• Good technical aptitude with the ability and willingness to learn about chemical products, applications, and customer requirements.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills with an interest in working directly with customers.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Proactive, commercially minded, and willing to learn.
• Willing to travel for customer visits, training, exhibitions, and business requirements when needed.

Skills Required

• Technical Sales
• Business Development
• Customer Relationship Management
• Chemistry / Chemical Engineering Knowledge