District Representative / Account Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• We are looking for an individual to join our sales team, in the Shreveport, LA area. This is a technical sales position, which will focus on chemical applications in Boiler Chemistry and operation, as well as general Raw Water Treatment. There is significant existing business to maintain and grow with a major tissue provider in the area, as well as other new opportunities for sales growth.
• While focus on boiler chemistry and water treatment are primary responsibilities, experience with paper process chemicals (biocides, polymers, defoamers, etc.) will also mprove the qualifications of the applicant.
• Track and maintain accurate information on all [Company] applications, adjusting and optimizing programs on-site to improve customer satisfaction.
• Increase sales revenue and margin by working with all [Company] resources to investigate opportunities throughout the mill.
• Communicate results, return on investment, and overall value [Company] provides to the customer in weekly, monthly and annual reports.
• Coordinate efforts with other[Company] representatives at the site to maximize productivity and help manage all the tasks associated with running the account, with Manager input and direction.
• Manage logistics of all chemical deliveries at the customer site to insure proper inventory and [Company] manufacturing needs.

Qualifications
The minimum qualifications the candidate will have include:

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience. Chemical Engineering or Chemistry preferred.
• 2 to 5 years sales experience preferred however will consider more or less experience.
• Previous work in either paper mill or power boiler environment is preferred. Any other chemical application experience is also valuable.
• Location in the Shreveport or surrounding area (60 min +/-) is required. Client is located in Hodge, LA, should live within Ruston area.