Commercial Associate – Americas Primary products

Alleima; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Alleima is seeking an entry-level Commercial Operations Associate for the Americas Primary Products in Houston. You will support the Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, collaborate with customers, internal teams, and our Sweden-based manufacturing organization to grow the Americas business.

The role offers exposure to commercial operations, business development, customer relationships, and international business development, with opportunities to assume increasing responsibility over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Marketing, International Business, or related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute.
• 0–3 years of professional experience; internship/co-op desirable.
• Interest in industrial manufacturing and international business.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Market: identify new markets, customers, industries across the Americas.
• Support Business Development: generate leads and support visits, trade shows, growth initiatives.
• Build Customer Relationships: engage customers with timely follow-up throughout the sales process.
• Coordinate Commercial Activities: connect customers, Americas sales, and Swedish manufacturing for execution.
• Manage Opportunities: support quotations, proposals, pipeline, forecasting, and follow-up.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytics

Customer Focus

Initiative

Independent Work

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Data analysis

Job description

Commercial Associate – Americas Primary Products

Location: Houston, Texas

Build Your Career in International Industrial Sales

We are looking for an entry level commercial professional to join our Americas organization and contribute to the growth of international industrial business.

This is more than an administrative support position. The Commercial Operations Associate – Americas Primary products will work closely with sales, customers, and our manufacturing organization in Sweden, gaining hands-on experience in commercial operations, business development, customer relationships, market intelligence, and international business.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on increasing commercial responsibility as their experience and capabilities develop.

About The Role

As Commercial Operations Associate Primary products, you will support the Regional Sales & Marketing Manager in developing and expanding the Americas business.

You will work across multiple areas of the commercial organization, providing immediate support to ongoing business activities while developing the skills needed for a long-term career in industrial sales and commercial management.

You will interact with customers, internal teams, and colleagues internationally, including our Swedish manufacturing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the Market: Identify new markets, customers, industries, and business opportunities across the Americas.
• Support Business Development: Generate leads and support customer visits, meetings, trade shows, and growth initiatives.
• Build Customer Relationships: Engage with customers and ensure professional, timely follow-up throughout the commercial process.
• Coordinate Commercial Activities: Connect customers, the Americas sales organization, and Swedish manufacturing to ensure effective execution.
• Manage Opportunities: Support quotations, proposals, pipeline management, forecasting, and follow-up of sales opportunities.
• Provide Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, customer needs, competitors, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive Commercial Execution: Follow up on orders, open actions, and customer issues, coordinating internally to ensure timely resolution.
• Support Regional Growth: Prepare commercial analyses, reports, presentations, and other initiatives that contribute to the continued growth of the Americas business.

We’re Looking For

We are looking for a motivated, curious, and commercially minded professional who wants to build a career in industrial sales, business development, and international business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Marketing, International Business, or a related field is preferred. Relevant professional experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• 0–3 years of professional experience
• Internship, co‑op, or other relevant commercial experience is desirable
• Interest in industrial manufacturing and international business
• Experience or exposure to an industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or related business environment is a plus

Key Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset
• Customer‑focused approach
• Initiative and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Professional attitude and strong follow‑through

Languages

• Fluent English – required
• Professional Spanish – preferred

Technical Skills

• Microsoft office
• CRM systems – preferred
• Data analysis and reporting

What You Can Expect

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop a broad understanding of international industrial commerce and the complete customer journey, from market development and lead generation through customer engagement, quotation, order coordination, and commercial follow‑up.

You will work directly with experienced commercial leaders and international teams while gaining exposure to customers and markets across the Americas.

Join our Americas organization and help us develop the next stage of our commercial growth.

Travel expectation 20%

What You Can Expect From Us

Alleima USA LLC offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of life, health, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401 (k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

At Alleima we are convinced that diversity and inclusion lead to a better workplace for our employees, our company, and our customers.

We care:

We take pride in what we do. We care about our customers, our people, the environment, the communities in which we operate and the future we share.

We deliver:

We deliver on our commitments, with a solution-oriented mindset, we enable our customers to be their very best: more efficient, profitable, and sustainable.

We evolve:

We constantly evolve. Together we take the lead to advance materials, ambitions, industries, ourselves – and societies for the better.

Additional Information

At Alleima, our mission is much more than delivering high-quality products, technology, and processes - working together to develop solutions based on our customers’ needs and thus achieve our business goals, is a better way to describe our daily work. With curious employees and safety as our priority, we create a work environment where you can develop both personally and professionally.

With a clear direction for our journey ahead, utilizing our position as a technology leader, progressive customer partner, and sustainability driver, we aim to become an even stronger company in our industry.