Strategic Chemical Account Manager – Growth

Brenntag Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Healthcare options

401(k)

Job summary

Brenntag in Houston, TX is seeking an Account Manager to drive sales in the assigned territory. You will engage customers through in-person and phone calls, identify cross- and range-selling opportunities, and align strategies with the Sales Manager. Regular travel and CRM updates are expected.

The role emphasizes customer excellence, negotiating skills, and market analysis to maximize profit while supporting product management and pricing discussions.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical distribution is preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a customer-centric mindset.
• Solid commercial understanding and self-management in a sales role.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales in the assigned territory with frequent face-to-face/phone contacts.
• Identify cross- and range-selling opportunities to existing customers and new leads.
• Set growth strategies and targets; maintain the sales plan with Sales Manager.
• Maintain CRM data, prepare visits, proposals, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with Product/ Pricing teams for optimal customer solutions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Self-management

Customer-centric

Strategic thinking

Travel

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

CRM systems

Job description

Brenntag in Houston, TX is seeking an Account Manager to drive sales in the assigned territory. You will engage customers through in-person and phone calls, identify cross- and range-selling opportunities, and align strategies with the Sales Manager. Regular travel and CRM updates are expected.

The role emphasizes customer excellence, negotiating skills, and market analysis to maximize profit while supporting product management and pricing discussions.