Sales Representative, P&P

Kemira

Sales Representative for Kemira working with paper manufacturing and water treatment industries. Building relationships with clients in the US and exceeding sales targets.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

data analysisstatistical analysiswet-end applicationsretentionsizingstrengthcleaningdefoamersfelt washmicrobiological control

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunicationrelationship buildinginfluencing stakeholderscollaborationteam leadershiptrust-based relationshipsdiscipline in executionreportingsales process management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in paper scienceBachelor's degree in chemistryBachelor's degree in biologyBachelor's degree in microbiologyBachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Industry Keywords

paper industrysales and profitability marginbusiness developmentdemand forecastkey account managementROI documentationmanufacturing sitepaper making operationsmarket positionproduct introduction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directing the sales process to meeting and exceeding sales and profitability margin targets
Developing profitable business with designated account(s)
Expanding profits, market position and share
Introducing new products and solutions to clients
Organizing reports, sales calls, and business reviews
Supporting the development of demand forecast in assigned area
Leading and participating on teams
Developing and maintaining relationships with all at the manufacturing site from the operators to the mill manager
Influencing stakeholders and collaborating with others in a paper manufacturing environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree level and/or equivalent field experience in paper science, chemistry, biology, microbiology, or chemical engineering.
1 to 5 years experience in the paper industry
Ability to develop Key Account or Project Plans and execute with discipline
Strong emphasis on documenting ROI of new and existing applications
Ability to develop “trust based” relationships with key buyers
Familiarity with data analysis and reporting
Strong organizational skills
Excellent communicator both in verbal and written communication
Experience in the following preferred:
Paper making operations
LSS, statistical analysis
General wet-end applications, including retention, sizing, strength, cleaning, defoamers, felt wash and microbiological control

Benefits

Comp & perks

Family medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
Superior 401(k) with Company contribution of 6%-10% of salary
3 weeks of Paid Time Off in 1st year of employment