Sales Associate Director, Bioenergy

Novonesis

Industry Sales Associate Director guiding strategic direction and performance of sales at Novonesis. Leading cross-functional teams for sustainable business growth in the bioenergy sector.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the strategic direction of the local sales organization in close collaboration with the Head of Sales
Lead cross-functional alignment across ISMs, Account Managers, Marketing, Technical Services, Supply Chain, and Sales Excellence
Translate industry strategies and global plans into actionable account strategies and execution
Lead budget planning processes (BRM, forecasting, RSF input) and ensure strong financial discipline
Build and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership and PMT members
Ensure effective deployment of resources and proper allocation of Account Managers and Sales teams
Drive excellence in sales processes, tools, and Salesforce data quality
Lead change management initiatives to improve performance and operational effectiveness
Leading C-level engagement with key customers and strategic partners
Representing Novonesis in relevant industry associations and conferences
Identifying competitive risks and shaping response strategies in partnership with senior leadership
Driving customer-centric approaches across all commercial activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Sales, Marketing, or a relevant technical field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably within chemical or biochemical industries
Proven experience in account management and sales leadership
Strong people management skills, with demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
Experience driving cross-functional collaboration and strategic initiatives
Strong financial and business acumen, including budget management and forecasting
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
Healthcare savings account option
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
All benefits begin on your first day

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Hard Skills & Tools

Budget PlanningForecastingSales Process ExcellenceSalesforce Data QualityStrategic Initiative Execution

Soft Skills

People ManagementTeam DevelopmentCommunication Skills

Certifications

B.Sc. or M.Sc. Degree in Sales, Marketing, or Relevant Technical Field