NA Sales Leader, Specialty Lubricants & Additives

DuPont; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the North America commercial organization for the Molykote and Multibase portfolio. You will drive growth, expand distributor channels, and build strategic customer relationships across automotive, packaging, and industrial segments.

The role requires a proven track record in specialty lubricants, strong leadership, and the ability to travel up to 60% across North America to support customers, channel partners, and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of commercial leadership in specialty lubricants or adjacent industrial markets.
• Proven experience leading sales teams and distributor networks.
• Strong business development and customer relationship capabilities.
• Ability to travel up to 60% across North America.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of Molykote and Multibase portfolios through strategic customer engagement.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sales organization across North America.
• Develop and execute the NA commercial strategy aligned with global priorities.
• Expand distributor partnerships and optimize channel performance.
• Execute strategic account plans for key customers, OEMs, distributors, and end users.
• Collaborate with Product, Marketing, Technical Service, and Operations to accelerate growth.

Skills

Sales leadership

Distributor management

Strategic accounts

Talent development

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field

Job description

DuPont is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the North America commercial organization for the Molykote and Multibase portfolio. You will drive growth, expand distributor channels, and build strategic customer relationships across automotive, packaging, and industrial segments.

The role requires a proven track record in specialty lubricants, strong leadership, and the ability to travel up to 60% across North America to support customers, channel partners, and teams.