Job Description
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LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join our Team!
Job Highlights
Implement sales plans and strategies for Inorganic Pigments (IPG) in the segment.
Will have direct contact and responsibility for IPG customers and key accounts.
Gather, assimilate and analyze market and competitive information through customer visits and distribute information through written call reports.
Develop and update the monthly rolling and annual sales forecasts for the customers in the territory.
Represent the interests of LANXESS and actively participate on the industry committees and tradeshows.
Assist in formulation and implementation of long- and short-term strategic sales plans for assigned accounts within the territory.
Communicate customer requirements and needs to proper internal personnel/departments.
Participate in contract negotiations with customers.
Recommend pricing strategies based on IPG guidelines and evaluate customer requests for special pricing in accordance with those guidelines.
Implement strategies for new product introduction to select customers.
Coordinate special customer needs.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration or a technical degree.
3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency with CRM, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Word.
Must have excellent presentation, communication, organization, time management and networking skills.
Previous project management and international experience is advantageous.
Must be able to travel between 40 - 50% of the time, with overnight stays.
This is a fully remote position.
Territory includes all of the U.S. and Canada.
What We Offer You
Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
Join the LANXESS team!
Requisition ID: 6215
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, US, 15275-1112
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
Level of Experience: Entry level
Auto req ID
423671BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Sales
City*
Pittsburgh
State*
Pennsylvania
Job Code
Sales Sales
Affiliate Sponsor
Lanxess
