Sales Manager (F/M/X)

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 Strategic Channel Partner(SCP) INDIA team, composed of 5 people, is integrated in the Commercial department and focuses on Business Growth in INDIA in collaboration with SOLVAY GBU’s. This role will work with the Silica and Peroxide GBU’s and would be responsible for implementing their growth strategy in the INDIA Market.

• As a Sales Manager for INDIA handling Silica and Peroxide Sales, you will work on capturing growth in the Region, Enhance our market understanding in the territory (Including end-market size, market dynamics, competitive landscape and identifying and capitalizing on growth drivers in the region and generate new opportunities and projects to support the implementation of the GBU strategy for Silica and Peroxide in India (A clear market positioning of the businesses in the INDIA Market). You will get the opportunity to contribute to Business growth and have a positive impact on overall margins.

• You will be accountable for:

  • Achieving the Budget for the Region for both the GBU’s.

  • Maximize Sales Value and Volume for the existing customers.

  • Increase our Market Share in the Strategic Segments of (1)Tires market for Silica GBU (2)Electronic and Pharma Grade Hydrogen Peroxide for the Peroxide GBU

• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering.

• Relevant work experience of a minimum of 10 years and more in Sales and Marketing (B2B) with a demonstrated track record in Business Development. You would need to have an experience in sales of technical products, specialties and should be able to sell solutions to meet customer needs. Industry experience can be in Chemicals or from other related sectors

• Competencies:

  • Business & Sales AcumenDeep Understanding of B2B Sales

    • Negotiation & Deal Closing skills

    • Account Management & Development

    • Market Analysis

    • Forecasting & Reporting

  • Technical & Industry Knowledge:

    • Product Knowledge and application understanding

    • Industry Dynamics

    • Supply Chain Awareness

  • Interpersonal Skills

    • Communication & Presentation Skills

    • Relationship Building (Internal and External)

    • Problem-Solving

• Behaviours:

  • Proactive Engagement, Customer-Centricity, Collaboration

  • Results-Orientation

  • Ethical Conduct, Continuous Learning

  • Problem-Solving Attitude, Strategic Thinking     

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 India base pay reasonably expected for this role is 2886560 to 3,608,200 INR(CTC 37~47 Lacs), 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: 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​

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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