Sales Manager Chemicals – Paints, Coatings & Construction Chemicals (m/f/d)

Our client is an innovative manufacturer of modern water-based polymer dispersions and supplies international customers from the paint, varnish, adhesive and building chemicals industry. With a state-of-the-art production plant and a clear growth strategy, the company develops tailor-made solutions for demanding applications and continuously expands its market presence in Europe.

In the course of further growth, we are looking for a dedicated sales manager (m/w/d), who wins new customers, develops existing business relationships and opens up new market potential together with the management. The position offers a lot of design space and is specifically aimed at strong sales figures from adjacent areas of the chemical industry.

Active new customer acquisition in the target markets Colours & varnishes, adhesives and building chemistry Support and further development of existing customer relationships in Germany and abroad Building new business relationships and identifying and developing new market potentials Cooperation with existing distributors and distributors in various European markets Participation in trade fairs, customer appointments and industry events in Germany and abroad Technical advice from customers in close cooperation with the internal service and product development Analysis of market and competition developments and the derivation of appropriate sales measures

Experience in technical B2B sales within the chemical industry Industry knowledge in areas such as paints & varnishes, building chemistry, adhesives, additives, specialty chemicals, raw material distribution or related chemical applications are advantageous Joy in active new customer acquisition and building long-term customer relationships Technical understanding as well as the ability to market products in need of explanation in a customer-oriented manner Very good knowledge of German and reliable English High readiness for travel within Germany and Europe Communication-strong, independent and end-oriented sales personality with hands-on mentality

You start an indefinite permanent position with a long-term perspective in an internationally established company A company car, also for private use, is of course also part of the overall package Attractive remuneration model of fixed salary and performance-oriented commission with above-average income potential You play a key role in the expansion of new markets and can actively help to shape sales The position offers a lot of freedom for your own ideas, short decision-making and direct exchange with the management Ideal for ambitious sales people who want to go the next career step and take responsibility You work with innovative and sustainable technologies that meet the current market requirements in terms of environmental compatibility and regulation International customer contacts, exciting projects and regular trade fair and market visits ensure a varied working environment A trust-based corporate culture with high self-responsibility and the ability to develop in the company in the long term