Area Manager - Pulp & Paper (Texas)

1020 Solenis LLC US; Texas; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop and phone

Vacation and holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Solenis is seeking an Area Manager to oversee commercial sales operations in the Central Area, with responsibility for a collaborative team of account managers and field service engineers. You will cultivate strong customer relationships, strategize growth, and align with safety and environmental policies.

Candidates should have a chemical sales background and be willing to travel within the Dallas/Lawton/Waco/Austin area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; 3–5 years of chemical sales experience; Proven leadership in regional teams; Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills; Willingness to travel within the area; Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead & empower your team: mentor, develop, and coach account managers and field service engineers; foster inclusion, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Drive growth through collaboration: develop and execute regional plans, support product launches and new business; collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Customer relationship management: build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients; ensure satisfaction and retention; serve as technical/commercial resource for complex challenges.
• Operational excellence: ensure safety, environmental, and corporate policy compliance; manage budgets, forecasts, and resources.
• Regional strategy & growth: identify market trends in the Central Area; lead initiatives to expand Solenis’ footprint; drive efficiency and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. We are looking for an Area Manager who will be responsible for the commercial sales operation for their area. For this role we will consider someone who can be located in or around Dallas, Lawton, Waco or Austin. In this role, you’ll lead a collaborative and customer-focused team of sales and service professionals dedicated to creating sustainable, innovative solutions. You’ll inspire your team to grow, build strong and lasting customer relationships, and ensure that every partnership thrives. You’ll combine your technical expertise with a people-first approach to help drive meaningful impact for our customers, our team, and the environment. What You'll Do: Lead & Empower Your Team Support, mentor, and develop a diverse team of account managers and field service engineers. Foster a culture of inclusion, learning, safety, and continuous improvement. Encourage individual growth through ongoing feedback, coaching, and development planning. Drive Growth Through Collaboration Partner with your team to achieve regional growth and performance goals. Develop and execute strategic plans for key accounts and new business. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support customer needs. Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Act as a technical and commercial resource for complex challenges. Operational Excellence: Oversee compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate policies. Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation. Drive efficiency and cost control initiatives. Regional Strategy & Growth: Identify market trends and opportunities in the Central Area. Lead regional initiatives to expand Solenis’ footprint. Support product launches and innovation adoption. What You'll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field. 3–5 years of experience in chemical sales Proven leadership experience in managing regional teams. Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Willingness to travel within the area. Valid driver’s license and ability to work independently. Perks! Opportunity for growth and career development Competitive base salary plus sales incentive plan Company vehicle, laptop and phone Vacation, floating holidays and sick time Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 401(k) w/ company match If you are a team leader with a passion for the pulp and paper industry and team development, we encourage you to apply. #LI-DS1 #LI-Hybrid We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you. Not seeing a role that best fits your career goals? Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team with a brief note on how you believe you can best apply your skills and bring value to Solenis. Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.