Area Manager, Industrial Water Treatment

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, 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 create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

As an Area Manager for the Industrial Solutions team at Solenis, you'll lead a collaborative and customer-focused team of sales and service professionals dedicated to creating sustainable, innovative water treatment and process solutions.

In this role, you'll inspire your team to grow, build strong and lasting customer relationships, and ensure that every partnership thrives. You'll combine your technical expertise with a people-first approach to help drive meaningful impact for our customers, our team, and the environment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead & Empower Your Team

  • Support, mentor, and develop a diverse team of account managers and field service engineers.

  • Foster a culture of inclusion, learning, safety, and continuous improvement.

  • Encourage individual growth through ongoing feedback, coaching, and development planning.

• Drive Growth Through Collaboration

  • Partner with your team to achieve regional growth and performance goals.

  • Develop and execute strategic plans for key accounts and new business.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support customer needs.

• Customer Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients.

  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.

  • Act as a technical and commercial resource for complex challenges.

• Operational Excellence:

  • Oversee compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate policies.

  • Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.

  • Drive efficiency and cost control initiatives.

• Regional Strategy & Growth:

  • Identify market trends and opportunities in the Central Area.

  • Lead regional initiatives to expand Solenis' footprint.

  • Support product launches and innovation adoption.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial chemical sales or water treatment.

• Proven leadership experience in managing regional teams.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

• Willingness to travel extensively within the Central Area.

• Valid driver's license and ability to work independently.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in industries such as pulp & paper, food & beverage, or manufacturing.

• Familiarity with water treatment technologies and chemical applications.

• Understanding of regional market dynamics and customer business models.

Perks:

• Opportunity for growth and career development

• Competitive base salary plus sales incentive plan

• Company vehicle, laptop and phone

• Vacation, floating holidays and sick time

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

• 401(k) w/ company match

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This is a replacement role for Brad LaGrow who is expected to take on a new role within Solenis.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.

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.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com