Account Manager - Chemical Sales

International Search Consultants; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $85,000–$100,000 DOE

Uncapped Commission and Bonus potential

Vehicle allowance

Full benefit package

Remote work with no overnights

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions provider is seeking an Account Manager in Chemical Sales to support growth in Southern Louisiana. This role involves business development and account management, requiring 3+ years of experience in industrial sales within sectors like Petrochemicals and Oil & Gas. Strong local market knowledge and an existing network of contacts are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and commission structure, as well as a vehicle allowance and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Industrial Sales - Petrochemicals, Paints/Coatings, Oil & Gas.
• Must reside in Southern Louisiana.
• Strong local market knowledge and existing contacts.
• Ability to pass background checks for Gulf Coast facilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify new opportunities and develop accounts.
• Maintain relationships with existing customers.
• Focus on outbound new business development.
• Grow existing customer accounts.

Skills

Industrial Sales

Account Management

Local Market Knowledge

CRM Management

Mechanically Inclined

Proficiency in Microsoft Applications

Technical Knowledge

Education

Preferred college degree in business or construction related field

Tools

Zoho CRM

Job description

Position Overview

A well-established industrial solutions provider is seeking an Account Manager – Chemical Sales to support continued growth in a defined regional territory. This role involves selling specialized products and associated service solutions to commercial and industrial clients. The position requires a balance of new business development and ongoing account management across multiple industry sectors.

Job Description

The Account Manager – Chemical Sales is responsible for identifying new opportunities, actively prospecting and developing accounts, and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers.

Must Have

• 3+ years minimum - Industrial Sales in Account Management – within one of the following: Petrochemicals, Paints/Coatings, Oil & Gas


• Must live in Southern Louisiana


• Local Market knowledge experience – Southern Louisiana Territory


• Must have a good working knowledge of industrial contacts in Petro Chemical, Oil & Gas, Coatings/Paint


• Mechanically inclined - Technical knowledge component of products, coatings, high temperatures, service conditions


• Existing network of established contacts in South Louisiana region.


• CRM Management – Zoho – See Value


• Preferred college degree in a business or construction related field


• Proficiency in Microsoft applications


• Must be able to pass background checks as required for entry into facilities along Gulf Coast

Our Client Offers

• Base salary $85,000–$100,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission, Bonus potential


• Vehicle allowance + full benefit package, Company Credit card


• Remote work – No overnights (3 hour territory)


• Average 1st year total comp $115–$125k+


• 2nd year average total comp $150k

Responsibilities

• Experience in commercial sales environments, including service-based offerings and facility-related applications


• Responsible for growing existing customer accounts, with approximately 15–20% of efforts focused on outbound new business development


• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively use computers and standard business programs


• Possesses strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to evaluate changing conditions and make sound decisions


• Willingness to learn and understand company-specific products, services, and applications across multiple industry sectors

Soft Skills

Relationship building, Collaboration & Teamwork, Excellent Presentation skills, Consultative Approach, Time Management & Organization, Active Listening & Communication Skills. Strong emphasis on gauging aptitude for RELATIONSHIP BUILDING along with an attitude of customer service.

How to Apply

Please contact Angie Benninghoff, International Search Consultants at [e-mail].