Account Manager

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Account Manager responsible for promoting and selling biocide products for LANXESS. Conducting customer visits and managing business opportunities within the chemical industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Promote and sell biocide products by developing sales tactics aligned with global and regional marketing strategies.
  • Conduct regular in-person customer visits (up to 50% travel); utilize virtual meetings as needed.
  • Identify and manage new business opportunities with both existing and new customers using the LANXESS Opportunity Funnel.
  • Build and enhance relationships across all levels within the customer organization, leveraging LANXESS resources.
  • Negotiate multi-year sales agreements with key and strategic customers, delivering win-win solutions.
  • Provide business and technical solutions to customers by collaborating with internal teams.
  • Gather and communicate information on industry trends and customer activities to support marketing and sales efforts.
  • Represent LANXESS at trade shows as identified by Marketing and Sales leadership.
  • Manage day-to-day account activities, including resolving customer issues, preparing call reports, providing forecasts, presenting weekly sales updates, developing strategic account plans, and following up on accounts receivable.
  • Complete all required safety and compliance training.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Biology preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in chemical sales is required; experience with biocides is preferred.
  • Previous experience selling chemicals into Paints & Coatings, Adhesives, Elastomers, and other markets including Water Treatment is required.
  • Customer-first mentality with strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time within the U.S. and Canada.

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program.
  • Comprehensive Benefits, including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
  • Work-Life & Flexibility, supporting a balance between working hours and personal life with flexible working arrangements.
  • Training & Development opportunities for professional and personal development, through both formal and informal learning.
  • Diversity initiatives, promoting equal opportunity regardless of various attributes and backgrounds.