Sales Engineer– Polyrethanes (PU) Benelux

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Sales Engineer– Polyrethanes (PU) Benelux

Based close to Amsterdam or Rotterdam area

Job Ref: EG/62884

 

Client Overview:

A Distributor of chemical specialties, additives and process aids, for the chemical sector, which is one of the most dynamic in the world, driven by globalization, open innovation, changing consumption patterns, sustainability and scarcity of raw materials.
The business serves a variety of markets, including Adhesives, Construction, Ceramics, Cleaning, Coatings, Ink, Personal Care, Plastic, Polyurethane, as well as Rubber and Sealants, providing its customers with high-quality and innovative products, as well as customised solutions and expert advice.

 

Role Overview:

The Sales Engineer PU is responsible for all commercial activities for the segment, including developing new sales and finding new suppliers, for the Polyurethane market.

Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility for selling polyurethane elastomers, as well as additional products within the plastics portfolio, including bonding and release agents.
• Supply customers with high-quality and innovative products, finding solutions for customers by utilizing the possibilities within the large product range and guiding new developments with expert advice.
• Supports developments in other markets, like cleaning and water treatment. In cooperation with the market managers.
• Customer contact and visits, as well as being the primary contact for technical support, application development and product introductions. Therefore, is focused on technical sales rather than purely commercial sales.
• Developing relationships with the purchasers of the customers.
• The business is committed to digital transformation and is increasingly doing so through the promotion of products on the internet. In this position, the employee is also expected to have a role in supporting the setting up of digital campaigns. In most markets, developments are now focused on sustainability.
• The role offers a lot of freedom for (personal) development and combined with the wider group, there are several options for further growth within the role.

 

Candidate Profile:

• Chemical or technical Bachelor level/education (or Lower level with experience)
• Experience of either selling or of the chemistry of Polyurethane systems and technology
• Interest in using the technical knowledge commercially
• Affinity in chemistry or related field
• Sales experience in B2B or industrial markets is a bonus
• Willingness to regularly travel around Benelux region (car)

 

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