Sales Associate - Midstream Natural Gas Dehydration Job

Arkema; Texas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group is looking for a Contract Sales Associate with a strong background in the midstream natural gas sector. This role focuses on commercial development and advancing sales opportunities for molecular sieve solutions. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience, a proven sales track record, and established networks across pipeline and gas processing companies.

The ideal candidate will manage relationships and develop opportunities in various gas corridors, contributing to Arkema's strategic sales initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in midstream oil & gas, natural gas preferred.
• Established network across pipeline companies and gas processors.
• Proven track record in sales, business development, or commercial roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and convert opportunities for molecular sieves.
• Build and manage a structured sales funnel.
• Engage customers on value propositions.

Skills

Sales and business development

Network in the midstream oil & gas industry

Knowledge of natural gas systems

Ability to operate independently

Experience with adsorbents or catalysts

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly connected Contract Sales Associate with deep experience in the midstream natural gas sector. This contract-based commercial development position focuses on identifying, qualifying, and advancing high-value sales opportunities for Arkema’s molecular sieve solutions in natural gas dehydration and gas processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and convert opportunities for molecular sieves in gas dehydration and purification.
• Leverage and expand relationships with midstream operators, gas processors, LNG developers/exporters, EPC contractors, and major energy companies.
• Build connections across the Permian Basin, Appalachia, Gulf Coast/Louisiana LNG corridor, and Midwest/Midcontinent markets.
• Build and manage a structured sales funnel: lead generation, prospect identification, opportunity qualification, project timing, decision‑makers, and prioritization.
• Serve as front‑end commercial filter, transitioning qualified leads to Arkema’s technical sales team.
• Engage customers on value propositions including bed life, regeneration optimization, uptime, process efficiency, cost reduction, retrofit, and debottlenecking opportunities.
• Maintain awareness of market activity, expansions, and competitive dynamics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in midstream oil & gas, with natural gas strongly preferred.
• Established network across pipeline companies, gas processors, LNG operators, majors, EPCs, and commercial decision-makers.
• Proven track record in sales, business development, or commercial roles.
• Working knowledge of natural gas dehydration, TEG and molecular sieve systems, gas processing operations, and pipeline specifications.
• Ability to operate independently in a contract sales associate role, with disciplined reporting, opportunity tracking, and customer follow‑up.
• Experience with adsorbents, catalysts, or process technologies is a strong plus.
• Ability to travel to customer sites up to 40% of the time.

Ideal Profile

• Former professional from a midstream operator, LNG developer, distributor, EPC, or major energy company.
• Strong relationships in one or more target basins or LNG corridors.
• Credible with both technical stakeholders and commercial decision-makers.
• Demonstrated ability to originate, qualify, and advance opportunities through a structured funnel approach.
• Knowledge or experience with adsorbents or molecular sieves is a plus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.