Job Description

Overview

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including the pulp, packaging paper and board, tissue and towel, oil and gas, petroleum refining, chemical processing, mining, biorefining, power, municipal, and pool and spa markets. The company\xe2\x80\x99s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids and functional additives, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact and maintain healthy water. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 47 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 6,000 professionals in 120 countries across five continents. Solenis is a 2022 US Best Managed Company.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Description

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Qualifications

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree Science and/or Engineering; or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Preferred 10+ years of industry experience
• Prior direct value sales experience with understanding of business fundamentals and/or past position experience requiring influencing skills
• Expertise in administration and management of chemical applications
• Project management experience requiring planning, directing, managing, and execution of large projects in team setting
• Troubleshooting experience of complex situations requiring organized problem-solving effort
• Capable of understanding the value and execution of marketplace initiatives and managing multiple support projects with little management input.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking, problem solving, strong attention to detail, and quick understanding of technical concepts
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong independent work ethic with proven track record of growth and success
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions, balancing customer\xe2\x80\x99s needs and company objectives
• Strong communication skills, presentation capability, and ability to influence others through direct and indirect methods
• Technical leadership of product lines and markets
• Coaching/Collaboration with other Applications, Marketing and Commercial staffs globally
• Pertinent product line knowledge and general industry knowledge
• Sensitive to new business opportunities and strategy to gain
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels within the organization
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) plus data mining software
• Product to market delivery
• History of excelling with EHSQ&PR

Sub-Market Specialty Experience

• Keen understanding of the surface treatments to the paper industry or ability to learn. Have background knowledge of paper printing processes and how we can develop improvements in our client\xe2\x80\x99s print experiences through the optimization of their process and our chemicals.
• Experiences with paper sizing or liquid hold out chemistries (Rosin size, AKD and or ASA)
• Ability to work with all levels of our customer base to develop new and enhanced grades of paper.

General Work Environment:

Expected travel to be 50% - may be higher or lower at certain times of the year depending on demand

Majority of travel will be to various customer industrial sites both indoors and outdoors. Employee could be faced with working in temperature extremes. Employee should be comfortable standing for extended periods of time with ability to climb up and down multiple levels of stairs. Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude helpful. Use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, gloves, and H2S Monitor as required or needed. Frequent automobile and/or air travel required. Proximity to national airport preferred. Time not spent traveling will be remote from home office.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $128,200and $172,935, plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #LI-DS1.

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