Independent Sales Representative, Europe (Chemicals) - COMMISSION ONLY, SELF-EMPLOYED

Job Title: Independent Sales Representative, Europe (Chemicals) - COMMISSION ONLY, SELF-EMPLOYED

Company: Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer

Location: Remote (Europe) with frequent travel across Europe (travel and accommodations for business purposes are covered)

Job Type: Independent Contractor (Commission-Based)

Compensation: Commission-based, paid as a percentage of the total business generated. Details are provided upon selection.

Company Overview:

A leading global speciality chemicals manufacturer with over 40 years of industry experience. The company exports a significant portion of its products worldwide, serving industries including water treatment, detergents, industrial and institutional cleaners, oilfield chemicals, paper mill chemicals, and more. The company maintains high-quality standards and certifications such as Reach, Ecocert, NSF, Halal, Kosher, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018.

Objective:

Increase sales in Europe from non-contractual accounts by identifying and onboarding key customers and distributors.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve aggressive revenue goals.
• Identify and onboard key customers and distributors across the UK and Scandinavia (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden).
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, establishing the company as their preferred supplier.
• Recognize, anticipate, and solve customer challenges to drive business opportunities.
• Use extensive industry knowledge to differentiate the company's product offerings from competitors.
• Generate accurate sales forecasts and capitalize on market trends.
• Conduct market research to analyze competition and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Education: B.S. degree in Science or Engineering.
• Experience: 1-5 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in TSBD and sales within chemicals or speciality chemicals, particularly in:
  • Phosphonates
  • Biodegradable Chelating Agents
  • MBT – Biocide
  • Polymers
  • Detergent Additives
  • Acetyl Chloride
• Sector Expertise: Strong understanding of water treatment chemicals and industrial & institutional cleaners.
• Sales Skills: Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Communication: Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Independence: Ability to work autonomously while maintaining accountability.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel across Europe as required.
• Previous sales experience in the water treatment industry (Nice to have)
• Strong commercial and business development acumen. (Nice to have)

Reporting and Commission Structure:

• Reports directly to senior management.
• Compensation is based on a commission structure tied to business revenue generated

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and answer the screening questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Contact Person: Elvis Eckardt