Account Manager – Coatings Resins Manufacturer

What the role needs

• Company Information: North American producer of Coatings Resins.

From the employer

North American producer of Coatings Resins (Alkyds, Acrylics, and Polyester) is looking to fill an Account Manager position based somewhere within a 300-mile radius of Pittsburgh, PA. Our client is looking for a high-energy “hunter” to fill this home-based sales position focused on selling resins to the coatings and composites manufacturing markets in the Region. Overnight travel is expected to be ~20%. Responsibilities: Sell a range of Coatings Resins to the Coatings and Composites markets in a region that is 75% within a 300-mile radius of Pittsburgh. This is technical selling and will require calling on labs, Formulators, Chemists, etc. There will be a good amount of existing business to manage, but there will also be a large amount of prospecting and cold calling responsibilities. Manage all pricing and account strategies. Travel overnight as needed. Requirements: 5+ years of experience selling specialty chemicals, preferably to the coatings or composites markets. Coatings Resins sales experience will be a plus. Should have some technical experience with coatings resins, additives and formulation. A bachelor’s degree is required - Chemistry (or related) is preferred. High energy “hunter” with proven sales success in the region. Willingness to travel overnight as needed. Company Information: North American producer of Coatings Resins. Compensation: Base salary: ~$130,000, commensurate with experience. Plus, annual bonus targeted at $40,000. Car allowance and all travel expenses covered. Excellent benefits. Opportunities for advancement.