Technical Sales Manager

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Coatis commercial team, composed of 5 people, is integrated in the COATIS GBU and focuses on Asia market in collaboration with global teams in Brazil.
• As a Technical sales manager, you will ensure the maximization of profitability and market share growth for polyamide and solvent business. You will get the opportunity to implement supply contracts, ensuring long-term sales volumes.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Managing development projects especially for textile polyamide business
  • Working with global team to support customers in the trials for approval of our polyamide products.
  • Managing commercial activities and achieving sales targets of specialty solvents, polyamide and phenol derivatives
  • Building a strong network in polyamide market
  • Collecting market intelligence on regular basis
• We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid / travel working mode.

About you

• Bachelor degree (minimum) with engineering background. Polymer, material, chemical fiber or textile related majors are preferred.
• Relevant work experience in polymer (polyamide is a plus), chemical fiber or textile industry with technical fundamentals.
• Strong value selling and communication skills
• Fluent English both writing and speaking 
• Self-motivated, results-driven and willing to travel

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the China base pay reasonably expected for this role is 304,960 to 381,200, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
   

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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