Account Manager - Industrial Water Treatment

Veolia Water Technologies; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan with matching

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies is seeking an Account Manager for the Chemical Solutions and Monitoring division to partner with customers across industries, delivering advanced chemical water treatment solutions and acting as a trusted technical advisor for energy and water sustainability, profitability, and asset protection.

The role combines sales leadership with technical program design, emphasizing customer relationships, service plans, and value generation initiatives to drive measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8+ years in water treatment.
• Chemical water treatment experience required.
• 3+ years of technical sales with account growth experience.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Willingness to travel domestically across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, and Memchem applications.
• Conduct sample testing and deliver Technical Service Reports with analysis and improvement recommendations.
• Execute Account Management Excellence Program including Service Plans, Value Generation Plans, and Business Reviews.
• Communicate Veolia's Value Generation Plans to drive water and energy sustainability and asset protection.
• Meet annual revenue targets while managing margins, price escalations, and negotiations.
• Maintain a healthy sales funnel and secure new, recurring profitable opportunities for growth.
• Adhere to all EHS policies and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Technical sales

Account management

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

BS in Chemistry/Biology/Environmental Science or Engineering

Job 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 Group 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 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

Join Veolia as an Account Manager in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) division and be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability! We're seeking an experienced Account Manager in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring division to work closely with customers across diverse industries, creating advanced chemical water treatment solutions. You'll be more than a sales professional – you'll be a trusted technical advisor developing deep customer relationships while delivering creative solutions that improve energy and water sustainability, optimize profitability, and enhance asset protection.

What You'll Do

• Technical Innovation: Analyze, build, and optimize chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, and Memchem Applications
• Strategic Communication: Conduct sample testing and deliver Technical Service Reports that analyze customer data, interpret results, and recommend improvement initiatives to enhance customer operations
• Value Creation: Execute our Account Management Excellence Program including Service Plans, Value Generation Plans, and Business Reviews to demonstrate measurable customer value
• Sustainability Leadership: Plan and communicate Veolia's Value Generation Plans through projects that drive water & energy sustainability and improve asset protection
• Revenue Growth: Meet and achieve annual revenue targets while managing margin reviews, price escalations, and commercial negotiations
• Business Development: Maintain a healthy sales funnel and secure new, recurring, profitable business opportunities for consistent year-over-year growth
• Safety Excellence: Work safely at all times, following all EHS policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical), preferred. Or minimum 8+ years of direct experience in the field and water treatment industry will also qualify, high school education is required.
• Chemical water treatment experience
• 3+ years of technical sales experience with demonstrated success in account management, revenue growth, and customer relationship building
• Experience with consultative selling and technical solution development
• A full valid driver's license and willingness to travel (a learner’s permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify).

Additional Information

Key Characteristics

• Technical curiosity and superior problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations and chemistry concepts
• Sample analysis and testing while demonstrating mechanical and electrical aptitude for small-scale equipment and instrumentation
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with active listening skills
• Excellent time management in fast-paced environments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Comfortable working in industrial environments
• Openness to continuous learning and professional development
• Physical capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed (frequency varies by worksite)

Why Veolia?

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity

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