Manager, Sales - Pulp & Paper (Oregon)

1020 Solenis LLC US; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Paid time off

Bonus potential

401(k) match

Company vehicle

Job summary

Solenis is seeking an experienced and driven Manager, Sales – Pulp & Paper to lead commercial efforts in the pulp and paper market from Toledo, Oregon.

You will be a strategic sales leader and hands-on people manager, supervising a small technical support team and collaborating with operations, service and engineering to deliver customer-focused solutions.

The role offers comprehensive benefits, a competitive base salary with bonus potential, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years sales leadership experience in pulp & paper or related industry.
• Experience managing a small team of direct reports.
• Strong collaboration with engineering and service teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and market share.
• Manage key customer relationships as a trusted commercial partner.
• Lead two direct reports: Service Technician and a Support Engineer.
• Collaborate with operations, service, and engineering to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Monitor sales performance, forecast demand, and report on key metrics.
• Identify new business opportunities and market trends.
• Support customer visits, trials, and technical discussions.

Skills

Sales leadership

People management

Engineering degree

Technical aptitude

Communication

Travel

Driver’s license

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

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.

Location: Based in Toledo, OR

We are seeking an experienced and driven Manager, Sales – Pulp & Paper to lead commercial efforts within the pulp and paper market. This role is based in Toledo, Oregon. The successful candidate will be both a strategic sales leader and a hands‑on people manager, overseeing a small technical support team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and market share within the pulp and paper industry.
• Manage and expand relationships with key customers, serving as a trusted commercial partner.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports: Service Technician and a Support Engineer
• Support and perform standard work as required to ensure safe and effective treatment programs, generate weekly and monthly reports, maintain inventory, order materials, equipment uptime
• Collaborate closely with operations, service, and engineering teams to deliver customer‑focused solutions.
• Monitor sales performance, forecast demand, and report on key metrics.
• Identify new business opportunities, market trends, and competitive activity.
• Support customer visits, trials, and technical discussions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven sales leadership experience, preferably 5+ years within pulp & paper, industrial manufacturing, or a related technical industry.
• Prior experience as a people manager with demonstrated ability to develop and motivate employees.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to work effectively with engineering and service teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Toledo and Halsey, OR, and occasionally to customer sites.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Self‑confidence to support persuasion and sales efforts.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
• Generous paid time off including: vacation, sick days, and floating holidays
• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• 401(k) plan with company match to help you invest in your future
• Company vehicle provided for travel convenience

The expected compensation range for this position is between $102,130.00 and $149,776.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affinitive Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

#LI-DS1 #LI-Onsite 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. At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world‑class algorithm and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affinitive Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $102,130.00 and $149,776.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world‑class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or in the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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.