Technical Sales Development Program

The Sales Development Program is designed to accelerate the development of talented recent graduates and professionals interested in building a career in technical sales. Through hands-on rotations across Hydrite’s business, participants will gain exposure to our customers, products, markets, and commercial teams while building the skills needed for a successful sales career.

This 8–12-month development program is based in the Milwaukee/Brookfield area and combines structured rotations, hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to shadow experienced commercial employees. Participants will develop an understanding of Hydrite’s products and applications, customer needs, account management, and the chemical industry.

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be prepared for placement into an Account Manager role based on Hydrite’s business needs and available opportunities at that time. Relocation may be required following completion of the program, and Hydrite will provide relocation assistance.

Customer Experience: 4+ months

• Provide a high level of customer support primarily via email and phone to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment, including order entry, inventory availability, lead-time management, and tracking.


• Utilize independent judgment and problem-solving skills to resolve customer inquiries and discrepancies.


• Develop a strong understanding of Hydrite’s ERP system and other order-entry tools.


• Gain firsthand experience with customer needs and the overall customer experience.

Technical Center: 3 months

• Learn chemistry fundamentals, Hydrite’s core product portfolio, and product applications.


• Follow laboratory safety requirements and proper chemical handling procedures.


• Provide technical support and assistance to Operations, Product Management, and/or Sales teams.


• Build the technical foundation needed to effectively communicate solutions to customers.

Inside Sales: 1+ months

• Support marketing campaigns, prospecting efforts, and customer outreach.


• Learn systems and tools used within Hydrite’s sales organization.


• Build foundational sales skills, including prospecting, cold calling, pipeline management, account management, budgets, and quotas within the chemical industry.


• Work closely with Account Managers and Regional Sales Managers to support team goals and objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree required; science or technical-related field preferred.


• Previous work or internship experience preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.


• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.


• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.


• Willingness to relocate following completion of the development program.
  
  
  
  • Final placement following the program will depend on Hydrite’s business needs and available opportunities at that time.