Account Manager - Water Treatment

Hydrite; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Free family wellness coaching

Job summary

Hydrite is seeking a proactive business developer in St. Louis, MO to drive growth in the water treatment sector, particularly in the food and beverage industry. The role involves identifying opportunities, cultivating strategic relationships, and delivering innovative solutions. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in engineering or life sciences and 2-5 years of sales experience in the industry. Hydrite offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales experience in the water treatment or chemical industry required.
• Ability to construct a business plan with assistance from Sales Manager.
• Must possess computer skills and be proficient at job-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a sales territory, focusing on acquiring new customers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the water treatment sector.
• Utilize Salesforce and other tools for managing the sales pipeline.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Customer relationship management

Strategic planning

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or life sciences

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

Benefits

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

This position is dedicated to accelerating new business growth in the water treatment sector, with a strong emphasis on expanding Hydrite’s presence within the food and beverage industry and beyond. Operating in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding area, the role centers on identifying high‑potential opportunities, cultivating strategic relationships, and delivering innovative, value‑driven solutions. The ideal candidate is a proactive business developer—skilled in uncovering customer needs, navigating complex sales cycles, and driving sustainable growth through consultative selling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a sales territory with a primary focus on acquiring new customers and expanding Hydrite’s footprint.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by leveraging industry knowledge, networking, and targeted outreach.
• Utilize Salesforce and other tools to manage pipeline, track progress, and prioritize high‑potential leads.
• Create tailored chemical treatment programs that showcase Hydrite’s manufacturing capabilities, distribution strengths, and financial resources.
• Engage internal resources (technical, operational, financial) to build compelling proposals and competitive advantages.
• Survey customer facilities and recommend best‑in‑class chemical solutions based on technical needs and operational goals.
• Write timely and persuasive proposals and service reports that clearly communicate value and ROI.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms that reflect Hydrite’s value‑added proposition and support margin growth.
• Analyze market trends and competitive activity to inform strategy and positioning.
• Effectively manage time and territory to maximize customer engagement and business development activities.

Reporting Structure

• This position reports to the Sales Manager - Water.

Experience and Educational Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, biomolecular, industrial) or life sciences (chemistry, biology, environmental science) is preferred.
• 2-5 years of sales experience in the water treatment/chemical industry required. This includes experience with wastewater treatment, boilers and cooling towers.
• Ability to construct a business plan with Sales Manager assistance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
• Must possess computer skills and be proficient at Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and job‑specific software.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to attend meetings. Ability to sit, work at a computer terminal, and/or talk on the telephone up to 4 hours at a time.
• Ability to travel to customers and stay overnight when necessary.

Additional Benefits

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.