District Sales Manager, Arkansas

Tidal Vision•Little Rock, AR

3d•$110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Cesco Solutions, a Tidal Vision Company, is seeking a District Sales Manager based in Arkansas to grow chemical sales in industrial and commercial markets, with a focus on wastewater applications. The role works with food and beverage, paper, mining, and related industries, particularly meat packaging and processing facilities. The manager will build a district from scratch, develop customer relationships, deliver technical and operational support, and work closely with team members to ensure customer satisfaction. Regional travel of approximately 30–50% is required. Cesco Solutions provides industrial water treatment and sanitation chemicals for high-organics wastewater, including chitosan-based alternatives to traditional metal-based coagulants. The company aims to help facilities improve clarification, reduce sludge and chemical consumption, optimize treatment performance, and maintain regulatory compliance while advancing sustainable practices. The position reports to the CCO of Cesco Solutions. It is full-time and exempt, located in Arkansas, with an annual salary range of $110,000–$125,000 based on interview outcome and qualifications, plus a commission program based on percentage gross margin. The role may require hiring additional employees as the district grows. Applicants are subject to a background check and must provide a local state driver’s license and proof of insurance by the time of hire.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the wastewater treatment industry, primarily focused on meat packaging and processing facilities.
Technical knowledge of wastewater treatment plants, including experience in food packaging and processing, beverage, mining, oil and gas, or a related industry.
Must be based in Arkansas and willing to travel regionally.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Local state driver’s license and proof of insurance required by the time of hire.
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and to reach with hands and arms.
Ability to stand, talk, hear, and walk; occasional lifting or moving of objects is required.
Subject to a background check.

Nice To Haves

5–10 years of experience selling chemical solutions.
Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Generate and execute sales plans with new and existing customers to achieve growth targets.
Understand customer business needs and recommend continuous improvement and innovation strategies to drive sales growth.
Conduct cold calling and leverage existing contacts to grow the territory.
Build a district from scratch and hire new employees as growth necessitates.
Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including plant and facility executives, to foster long-term partnerships.
Provide on-site and virtual technical support, identify and resolve customer challenges, and escalate issues as needed.
Support client repairs and maintenance for chemistry and equipment programs.
Conduct system analyses, interpret data, and provide written recommendations to support optimal customer operations.
Train customers on Cesco products, verify proper application equipment functionality, and troubleshoot operational issues.
Promote and support Cesco innovations and technology within assigned accounts.
Travel throughout the region as needed, approximately 30–50%.