Sales Associate (College Hire)

Oxychem; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem in Dallas is seeking an entry-level Sales Associate to join a fast-paced, safety-first team. The program covers product manufacturing, end-use markets, value selling and the company’s sales process, with joint travel to shadow regional teams.

After completing the six-month Dallas program, you may be promoted to an established regional sales territory in the U.S. The role emphasizes relationship-building with multiple departments and proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Sales/Marketing/Business/Engineering with business emphasis.
• Ability to work independently and meet short-term deadlines.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate in the future.
• Minimum cumulative GPA 2.85 on a 4.0 scale.
• Graduation date Dec 2026 – May 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of product line, applications and market trends.
• Build cross-department relationships at Dallas HQ to support field sales.
• Manage a territory with guidance from a Regional Manager.
• Identify customer problems and drive profitable growth.
• Coordinate with supply chain, technical service and logistics to meet needs.
• Plan territory/account strategy for an entry-level role in a multi-million-dollar geography.
• Apply value-added selling to differentiate from competitors.
• Gather competitive intelligence for territory and market segments.
• Travel frequently for meetings and customer visits.

Skills

Motivated self-starter

Independent worker

Team player

Critical thinking

Oral and written communication

Education

B.S. degree in Sales Management, Marketing, Business Management or Engineering degree with a business emphasis

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well‑being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

Under the supervision of the General Manager of Sales, the associate will begin an extended sales training program at the Dallas headquarters location. The program will cover in depth review of product manufacturing processes, end use market segments, value selling approaches and understanding OxyChem’s sales process. The associate will interact with all internal departments that are critical to success in the sales organization. Training will also include joint travel with the sales regions to shadow sales professionals in their daily account coverage. After completing the OxyChem training program (min. 6 months in Dallas) the Sales Associate will be promoted based on readiness to one of OxyChem’s established regional sales territories within the U.S. market.

Essential Job Duties

• Develop a thorough knowledge of OxyChem’s product line, targeted applications and market trends that impact the sales cycle.
• Develop and build multifunctional relationships with all departments at Dallas headquarters to enhance support and performance in field sales.
• Use product knowledge and sales process skills to manage a territory with expected proficiency in early career sales with oversight from a Regional Manager.
• Recognize, anticipate, and solve customer problems resulting in business opportunities and profitable growth.
• Understand and proactively analyze customer product and service needs and coordinate with OxyChem’s resources (supply chain, technical service, logistics, etc.) to solve those needs.
• Develop and implement territory and account planning skills to manage an entry level role in a multi-million-dollar sales geography.
• Use value added selling techniques to differentiate OxyChem from its competitors and deliver premium value to the corporation versus general market returns.
• Develop, analyze and communicate broad competitive intelligence for the territory and market segment(s) assigned.
• Position requires frequent travel away from home, entertainment and regional meeting attendance

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Sales Management, Marketing, Business Management or Engineering degree with a business emphasis Motivated self-starter with a high degree of initiative and strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently, oversee multiple assignments and meet short term deadlines
• Strong leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to relocate in the future
• Must maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPAon a 4.0 scale
• Graduation date between December 2026 – May 2027

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• Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees
• Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or
• Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.

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