National Sales Manager - Water Chemicals

Summary

Join a growing European firm specializing in innovative water treatment technologies as their Sales Manager to spearhead their US market expansion. This role offers significant autonomy, market development responsibility, and substantial performance-based compensation potential. You will promote patented PFAS water treatment technology, develop a sales partner network, establish US operations, and provide regular updates to headquarters. The position requires driving new orders, revenue, and customer acquisition, along with extensive US travel. Initial objectives include creating a US market entry strategy, building client relationships, establishing operational frameworks, and developing customized sales materials.

Requirements

• Sales expertise in water treatment/chemicals
• Strong industry network
• Charismatic with robust sales skills
• Proactive in driving sales growth
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Excellent communication in English

Responsibilities

• Promote our patented PFAS water treatment technology in the US
• Develop a network of sales partners and attract new customers
• Establish local operations (e.g., banking, office, tax registration) with HQ support
• Provide regular updates to European headquarters on progress and developments
• Drive new orders, revenue, and customer acquisition
• Travel across the US to engage with potential clients and partners
• Create a US market entry strategy
• Build relationships with potential clients in water treatment sectors
• Establish operational frameworks for entering the US market
• Develop customized sales materials and strategies for the US market

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in PFAS treatment
• Education in water technology or chemistry
• Degree in Engineering or Chemistry preferred
• Knowledge of industrial water treatment processes
• Familiarity with environmental regulatory standards

Benefits

• Base salary: $130,000 - $150,000 (with higher compensation for outstanding candidates)
• Performance bonus: $50,000+ (uncapped for exceptional achievements)
• Completely remote work opportunity with location flexibility within the USA
• 20 days of paid leave
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential for advancement to Managing Director as US operations grow
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to environmental sustainability through innovative technology