Technical Sales Engineer - Paper Chemicals

Indenovo Global Search & Selection; Oklahoma; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to drive sales in the paper chemicals sector. This role involves building strong customer relationships, providing tailored solutions, and ensuring project success. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in science and extensive experience in technical sales, with a focus on safety and innovation. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within a dynamic team while traveling to customer sites. If you are self-motivated and passionate about making an impact in the chemical industry, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-20 years in technical sales or related roles in paper or chemical industry.
• Strong technical knowledge and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales activities and manage customer relationships.
• Handle physical tasks at pulp and paper mills.
• Prioritize safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical Sales

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science

Pulp and Paper Science

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Biology

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer - Paper Chemicals

Summary: The Technical Sales Engineer acts as the primary contact for customers, responsible for increasing and maintaining sales within their designated territory. They develop relationships with key decision-makers to ensure the success of customer-specific chemical projects. The role involves visiting customer sites to provide solutions, monitoring chemical applications, and reporting to meet customer needs. The engineer manages innovation, capability, and cost effectively.

Location: Home Office: Candidates must reside within their territory and travel daily to customer locations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead sales activities including opportunity qualification, site surveys, testing, building customer relationships, proposing solutions, and evaluating results.
• Handle physical tasks related to pulp and paper mill activities, such as maneuvering in tight spaces, transporting equipment and samples, and climbing structures in various climates.
• Work collaboratively with team members, supporting and seeking support as needed.
• Prioritize safety, compliance, and confidentiality in all activities.
• Maintain a mindset of continuous improvement and skill development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or related field; preferred fields include Pulp and Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Biology.
• 5-20 years of progressive experience in technical sales or related engineering/technical roles within the paper or chemical industry.
• Strong relationship-building skills and technical knowledge to meet sales objectives.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and highly energetic with integrity.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as required.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Sales, Engineering, Customer Service
• Industries: Chemical Manufacturing, Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing