Account Representative - Water Treatment Chemicals
About The Position
Join Veolia as an Account Representative in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) division and launch your career in technical sales while contributing to innovation and sustainability! This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence. Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today! We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering/Technologist (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), preferred.
- 2-4 years of experience in industrial environment
- Affinity for customer-facing or sales environments
- A full valid driver's license and willingness to travel (a learner’s permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify).
- Technical curiosity and strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in mathematical calculations and chemistry concepts
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Customer-focused mindset with eagerness to learn sales processes
- Strong analytical and report writing capabilities
- Ability to work collaboratively under mentorship
- Comfortable in industrial environments
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Physical capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed (frequency varies by worksite)
- Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrate commercial excellence through active participation in customer interactions
- Produce high-quality technical analysis and reports with minimal revision
- Show measurable progress in sales process understanding and application
- Build foundational customer relationship skills
- Contribute effectively to business reviews and proposals
- Qualify for promotion to Account Manager through demonstrated commercial competency
Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing and optimizing chemical treatment programs for Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, Memchem, and Process Applications under Account Manager guidance
- Conduct testing, run analysis, and write technical reports for Account Manager review and final approval
- Participate actively in business reviews and proposal development while learning consultative selling techniques
- Support Account Management Excellence Program activities including Service Plans and Value Generation Plans
- Gain hands-on experience in industrial environments while developing customer relationship skills
- Learn revenue management, margin analysis, and commercial negotiation fundamentals
- Work safely at all times, following all EHS policies and procedures
Benefits
- Comprehensive technical and commercial training
- Direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers
- Clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
- Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
