Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds, paper impregnation chemicals, and other process chemical specialties and additives, with manufacturing and R & D operations in North and South America, Europe, India, and Asia that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of providing innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic, wood composite, and paper impregnation industries.
Are you motivated by results, driven by earning potential, and ready to take ownership of your career growth? Chem-Trend is looking for a high-energy Sales Representative who thrives on winning business, building relationships, and delivering measurable results. In this role, you'll own an assigned industry and territory, using value-based selling to drive revenue and exceed established sales goals. This is an opportunity for someone who is hungry to grow—both their book of business and their personal success.
Sales Representative, Die Cast (Southeast Territory)
Responsibilities
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Assist customers in their efforts to be cost-effective, using effective value-added selling techniques to outline the benefits of our products.
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Grow market share in assigned territory; Meet or exceed annual territory budgeted forecast.
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Identify and communicate industry trends, territory activities, competitive activity, and customer requirements to ensure that Chem-Trend can meet or exceed expectations within the industry segment and other new markets. Prepare timely written and verbal reports.
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Maintain excellent working relationships with customers through regular contact with decision-makers, corporate management, and influential personnel at any level. Maintain Chem-Trend's image of supporting the product after the sale through excellent customer service.
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Sell all assigned product lines to customers to secure marketplace position. Utilize purchase agreements and long-term contracts to prevent competitors from selling low margin products and placing profitable products at risk. Diffuse competitive threats at key accounts with a sense of urgency.
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Use product selection criteria to ensure the best product or technology is offered to customers to provide customer satisfaction and profitability.
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Provide technical assistance to customers and troubleshoot product and process issues.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Science, or related field or equivalent experience
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5+ years of experience in sales and marketing, preferably in the chemical specialty field (Die Cast)
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5+ years of experience in value selling
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5+ years of experience in a leadership or competitive function
Some of your Benefits
Education Reimbursement
401K Match
Save for retirement with the company's help.
Diversity & Inclusion
We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
Health Insurance
Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
Vacation
We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
