Sales Manager - Speciality Chemical

ESP Engineered; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead sales and business development for Phosphorus, Bromine, and other Key Starting Materials (KSMs) in Hyderabad, India. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in specialty chemicals with 6–10 years of experience, proven sales success, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, acquiring new customers, and providing market insights while ensuring regulatory compliance. A collaborative approach and strong customer orientation are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in sales/business development of specialty chemicals or KSMs.
• Strong knowledge of phosphorus and bromine chemistry and their applications.
• Proven track record in achieving sales targets and growing key accounts.
• Analytical mindset with strong market awareness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow the phosphorus, bromine, and KSM portfolio.
• Identify and acquire new customers while deepening relationships with existing accounts.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with domestic regulatory and quality standards.

Skills

Business development

Specialty chemicals sales

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

MBA preferred

Job description

Scimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company offering a full-stack solution—from R&D and custom synthesis to large-scale manufacturing and doorstep delivery. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, we serve multiple industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals and industrial chemicals to personal care and fragrances.

We enable 500+ businesses across 20+ countries to develop and scale innovative chemicals from lab to commercial production. We have raised over $54 million from top tier investors such as Accel and Bertelsmann, We are a team of 250+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Sales Manager to lead sales and business development for our Phosphorus, Bromine, and other Key Starting Materials (KSMs) business line. This role focuses on driving growth across chemicals such as Ethylene, Phenol, Pyridine, Boron, Resorcinol, and Fluorine. The Sales Manager will be responsible for building strong client relationships and ensuring sustainable revenue growth for the category.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow the phosphorus, bromine, and KSM portfolio or other Value Chain Chemicals.
• Identify and acquire new customers while deepening relationships with existing accounts.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements to maximize profitability.

Market Development & Insights

• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new opportunities.
• Map industry value chains to position products effectively.
• Work closely with R&D and technical teams to align solutions with customer requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding phosphorus, bromine, and KSM products.
• Provide technical and commercial support during product evaluations, trials, and approvals.
• Participate in industry conferences, exhibitions, and customer workshops.
• Coordinate with supply chain, production, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with domestic regulatory and quality standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline; MBA preferred.
• 6–10 years of experience in sales/business development of specialty chemicals or KSMs.
• Strong knowledge of phosphorus and bromine chemistry and their applications.
• Proven track record in achieving sales targets and growing key accounts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong customer orientation and consultative selling approach.
• Ability to translate technical knowledge into commercial opportunities.
• Analytical mindset with strong market awareness.
• Self-driven, result-oriented, and collaborative.

Required Skills

business development speciality chemicals sales