Account Representative - Water Treatment Chemicals

Veolia; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia in Great Falls, MT is seeking an Account Associate in their Chemical Solutions and Monitoring division. This role is focused on providing technical support, conducting data analysis, and engaging with customers while transitioning from technical expertise to a customer-facing position. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, experience in industrial environments, and a valid driver's license with a willingness to travel. Joining Veolia means engaging in comprehensive training and mentorship, aiming towards career advancement to Account Manager.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an industrial environment.
• A full valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and optimizing chemical treatment programs.
• Conduct testing, run analysis, and write technical reports.
• Participate actively in business reviews and proposal development.
• Support Account Management Excellence Program activities.
• Gain hands-on experience in industrial environments.
• Learn revenue management, margin analysis, and commercial negotiation fundamentals.
• Work safely at all times, following all EHS policies.

Skills

Technical curiosity

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering/Technologist

Job description

Company 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 Associate in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) division and begin your career journey in innovation and sustainability! We’re seeking a motivated Account Representative in CSM to support our Account Managers while developing expertise in chemical water and process treatment solutions with our refinery customer in Great Falls, MT. This is a good opportunity for someone looking to transition from a purely technical role to a customer‑facing environment, learning advanced sales processes while maintaining your technical problem‑solving focus. This role offers extensive field training and mentorship as you build the commercial skills needed for career advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Technical Support: Assist in analyzing and optimizing chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, Memchem, and Process Applications under Account Manager guidance
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct testing, run analysis, and write technical reports for Account Manager review and final approval
• Customer Engagement: Participate actively in business reviews and proposal development while learning consultative selling techniques
• Commercial Development: Support Account Management Excellence Program activities including Service Plans and Value Generation Plans
• Field Learning: Gain hands‑on experience in industrial environments while developing customer relationship skills
• Sales Process Training: Learn revenue management, margin analysis, and commercial negotiation fundamentals
• Safety Compliance: Work safely at all times, following all EHS policies and procedures

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering/Technologist (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), preferred
• 2+ years of experience in industrial environment
• Affinity for customer-facing or sales environments
• A full valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

Key Characteristics

• Technical curiosity and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with eagerness to learn sales processes
• Strong analytical and report writing capabilities
• Ability to work collaboratively under mentorship
• Comfortable in industrial environments
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Physical capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed

What Success Looks Like

• Demonstrate commercial excellence through active participation in customer interactions
• Produce high-quality technical analysis and reports with minimal revision
• Show measurable progress in sales process understanding and application
• Build foundational customer relationship skills
• Contribute effectively to business reviews and proposals
• Qualify for promotion to Account Manager through demonstrated commercial competency

Additional Information

Why Veolia? Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You’ll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Career Development Path: This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you’ll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer‑facing career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!

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.

Benefits

• 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

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****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****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

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