Senior Chemical Sales Manager - Coatings & Construction

Brenntag; Dubai; On-site; AED 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenntag in Dubai seeks a Business Manager to lead our chemical raw materials sales in the paints, coatings, inks, adhesives and construction chemicals sectors. You will guide revenue growth, manage key accounts, and build new opportunities with clients and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has 10–12 years of sales experience in chemical raw materials, a chemical engineering or chemistry degree, strong knowledge of resins, solvents, pigments, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or chemistry is required.
• 10–12 years of sales experience in chemical raw materials, preferably for paints and coatings, with UAE/GCC exposure.
• Strong knowledge of resins, solvents, additives, pigments and related raw materials.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets in UAE & GCC.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve monthly/annual growth in coatings and construction chemicals.
• Realize sales targets for assigned customers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with customers, manufacturers, and end-users.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and industry stakeholders.
• Provide technical sales support, including product recommendations and formulations coordination.
• Monitor market trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with R&D and supply chain teams to align sales efforts with objectives.
• Prepare sales forecasts and provide strategic input to senior management.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and supply agreements with clients and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and QSHE standards.

Skills

Sales experience

Chemical engineering

Technical sales

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry

Job description

Brenntag in Dubai seeks a Business Manager to lead our chemical raw materials sales in the paints, coatings, inks, adhesives and construction chemicals sectors. You will guide revenue growth, manage key accounts, and build new opportunities with clients and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has 10–12 years of sales experience in chemical raw materials, a chemical engineering or chemistry degree, strong knowledge of resins, solvents, pigments, and excellent English communication.