Account Manager - Chemical Sales/Water Treatment

Veolia; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an experienced Account Manager to partner with Oil & Gas customers in developing advanced chemical treatment solutions. You'll build strong customer relationships, drive account growth, and contribute to sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and proven success in technical sales. This role includes extensive communication and travel requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive technical and commercial training

Career advancement opportunities

Opportunity to impact sustainability

Qualifications

• 4+ years technical sales experience with proven account management success.
• Chemical water & process treatment experience.
• Consultative selling and solution development skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize chemical treatment programs.
• Deliver Technical Service Reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Achieve revenue targets while managing commercial negotiations.

Skills

Technical curiosity

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Customer-focused with active listening skills

Excellent time management

Education

Bachelor's in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Veolia 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 Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to addressing the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

We\'re seeking an experienced Account Manager to partner with Oil & Gas customers, developing advanced chemical water and process treatment solutions. You\'ll serve as a trusted technical advisor, building deep relationships while delivering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability, profitability, and asset protection.

What You\'ll Do:

• Design and optimize chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, and Process Applications
• Deliver Technical Service Reports that analyze data and drive continuous improvement
• Execute Account Management Excellence Programs including Service Plans and Business Reviews
• Lead sustainability initiatives through Value Generation Plans
• Achieve revenue targets while managing commercial negotiations
• Develop new business opportunities for consistent growth
• Maintain safety excellence following all EHS procedures.

Success Metrics:

• Build strong customer relationships driving account growth
• Develop innovative solutions delivering measurable value
• Contribute to team revenue goals
• Present technical solutions to key stakeholders
• Identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications

What We\'re Looking For:

• Bachelor\'s in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Engineering (or 8+ years field experience with high school education)
• Chemical water & process treatment experience
• 4+ years technical sales with proven account management success
• Consultative selling and solution development experience
• Valid driver\'s license and willingness to travel.

Key Characteristics:

• Technical curiosity and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Customer-focused with active listening skills
• Excellent time management
• Independent worker and team collaborator
• Comfortable in industrial environments
• Committed to continuous learning.

Additional Information

Why Veolia?Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You\'ll have opportunities for comprehensive technical and commercial training, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in Canada immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for Canadian work authorization for this opportunity****

Veolia Water Tech does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia Water Tech, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.