Mexico Sales Leader — Specialty Polymers Growth

Syensqo SA; Atequiza; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

28.5 % annual bonus (14-month salary)

Health insurance

Vacation premium

Food vouchers

Annual savings fund

Location: Mexico City or Monterrey

Job summary

Syensqo SA in Mexico is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the Specialty Polymers Transportation business. You will develop and execute the commercial strategy for the Mexican market, manage and grow customer relationships, and expand Syensqo’s presence in the automotive and transportation sectors.

You will travel regularly across Mexico (about 50%), lead a local sales team, and work with cross-functional teams to capture new opportunities with OEMs, Tier suppliers, and international

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Business or related field.
• Strong commercial experience in specialty materials, chemicals, automotive, engineering plastics or related B2B.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, key account management, and complex negotiations.
• Fluency in Spanish and English; willingness to travel across Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the commercial strategy for Syensqo’s Specialty Polymers Transportation business in Mexico.
• Own the Mexico sales plan and be accountable for revenue, profitability, growth, and new business.
• Coach and develop the local sales team with clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Conduct regular reviews of accounts, pipeline, and forecast; guide customer strategies and priorities.
• Identify and develop new business with automotive OEMs, Tier suppliers, and other customers.
• Develop a strong pipeline focusing on nearshoring and expansion by Asian/European companies in Mexico.
• Manage strategic customer relationships with key decision-makers in commercial, engineering, purchasing, and management.
• Develop and execute account strategies to protect existing business and grow share of wallet.
• Lead major customer negotiations on pricing, terms, and supply conditions.
• Define pricing strategies in coordination with regional/global pricing leaders.
• Forecast sales while monitoring consumption, open orders, and project timing.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to align demand, capacity, and stock requirements.
• Coordinate with Technical Service and Product Management for trials and new introductions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve customer requirements and ensure execution.
• Promote Syensqo’s portfolio and strengthen the company’s visibility in Mexican market.
• Represent Mexico in regional/global reviews and report market trends to leadership.
• Manage local resources and budgets for travel, marketing, and customer development.

Skills

Commercial experience

Key account management

Complex negotiations

New business development

Spanish and English fluency

Travel willingness

Strong communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or Business

Job description

Syensqo SA in Mexico is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the Specialty Polymers Transportation business. You will develop and execute the commercial strategy for the Mexican market, manage and grow customer relationships, and expand Syensqo’s presence in the automotive and transportation sectors.

You will travel regularly across Mexico (about 50%), lead a local sales team, and work with cross-functional teams to capture new opportunities with OEMs, Tier suppliers, and international