Upper Midwest Account Manager - Raw Material Specialty Chemicals - Lubricant Blending & Metalworking Fluid Blending Markets

North American supplier of raw material specialty chemicals is looking to fill a Regional Account Manager position based ideally in the Chicagoland Area. The position will be focused on sales of raw material specialty chemical additives to the Lubricant Blending and Metalworking Fluid Blending Markets. The sales territory includes Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Missouri. This is commercial & technical selling calling on chemists, formulators, specifiers, R&D, purchasing, etc. It's an excellent opportunity to join a business with an outstanding reputation in the chemical industry. It's also a very nicely compensated position with autonomy, working from home. Overnight travel is expected to be ~30%.

Responsibilities: Develop and grow the business in the territory. Build new business at existing accounts. Prospect for and hunt for new accounts. Fill a new business pipeline and manage opportunity development. Sell a broad line of raw material specialty chemical additives. Product lines include; Synthetic Esters, De-Scalers, Corrosion Inhibitors, Viscosity Modifiers, Friction Reducers, Antioxidants, Biocides, etc. Manage pricing and quotes. Develop and execute the sales strategy for the business. Communicate effectively across the organization. Travel overnight as needed.

Requirements: 4+ years of raw material chemical sales experience. Knowledge of Lubricant formulation or Metalworking Fluids formulation is preferred. Strong selling skills along with a high level of drive and self-motivation is imperative. Bachelor’s Degree is required; business or a technical degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is preferred.

Company Information: North American supplier of specialty chemical additives to the Lubricant Blending & Metalworking Fluid Blending industries.

Compensation: Base Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 commensurate with experience. Plus, annual bonus targeted at 30% of base salary. There is no cap on the bonus potential, and it is based solely on individual results. Car allowance plus mileage. Excellent company benefits. Opportunities for advancement.