Account Associate - Early Career

Veolia; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in environmental services is seeking an entry-level Account Associate to manage customer accounts in Sarnia. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with experts in water treatment, develop sales strategies, and travel across North America. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree and have a passion for impacting the planet's resources. Competitive salary and benefits provided, along with flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension plan

Flexible work arrangements

Personal use of a company vehicle

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in a relevant field.
• Less than 1 year of experience in sales or technical support in water treatment.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts focusing on growth and strategy.
• Develop new accounts and maintain existing relationships.
• Coordinate with marketing for high-value solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical experience in water treatment

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Account Associate - Early Career

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling complex water-related challenges. Our mission is to create a sustainable future.

Job Description

Are you a recent graduate interested in water treatment? Do you hold a degree in chemical engineering or a related field? If yes, this opportunity might be perfect for you.

What We Offer:

• The chance to leverage your education to positively impact the planet's resources
• Access to technical and commercial training
• Competitive salary, incentives, and benefits including health, dental, pension, and RRSP plans
• A safety-focused culture
• Flexible work arrangements including remote work
• Opportunities to travel across North America and learn from water treatment experts
• Personal use of a company vehicle

The Sales Representative will collaborate with our CMS Account Management Team to find solutions for water treatment needs. This entry-level role involves applying technical knowledge and exploring sales strategies, managing projects of moderate complexity, and following a structured work plan to meet short-term objectives.

Program Details:

This position is part of our RISE early career program, a 12-month initiative designed to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence through hands-on experience and exposure to various business areas, providing a strong foundation for your career at Veolia.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage customer accounts focusing on growth, strategy, and value communication
• Collaborate with the team to ensure profitable sales in assigned territories
• Develop new accounts and maintain existing relationships
• Engage with current and prospective customers to meet sales and service needs
• Coordinate with marketing to promote high-value solutions
• Understand customer business models to deliver added value
• Build strong customer relationships at all levels
• Work with cross-functional teams to achieve growth goals
• Participate in community events and drive process improvements

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or related field (or a high school diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience)
• Less than 1 year of sales, marketing, or technical support experience in water treatment industry

Eligibility:

• Willingness to travel and reside within the assigned region
• Ability to work in industrial environments with safety equipment
• Willingness to pass background checks and drug testing
• Basic computer skills (MS Office)
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; willingness to undergo driving record checks if operating company vehicles

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical experience in water treatment industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information:

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies. Veolia is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.