Key Account Manager

Solenis•Fort Mill, SC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. WHAT YOU'LL DO: The Key Account Manger’s primary responsibility is to sell, grow, implement, & sustain Diversey’s key Senior Living, Food Service, & Hospitality business by utilizing customer value propositions to realize significant profitable value for the company while ensuring strong customer value and partnership. This individual will be responsible for managing key account relationships within the US. The Key Account Manager must comfortably interface with key decision makers within the customer accounts as well as customer operational management and enjoy building new customer relationships.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of sales experience minimum in a B2B Business Development role
Valid US driver's license
Proven Business Development experience acquiring & complex customers & delivering results
Strategic thinking and ability to translate plans into actions
Demonstrated ability to negotiate at the national level of organizations, along with the ability to sell at the operational level.
Experience with business planning
Demonstrated ability to work with teammates, both direct & indirect teams
Excellent presentation skills
Industry and sector knowledge
Financial acumen
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong analytical background
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

3+ years of sales experience minimum in a B2B business development role in the Hospitality, Retail, Food Service, or Facility Management market
Chemical sales experience preferred

Responsibilities

Rollout Implementation Present and review implementation strategy for new customer wins with key account stakeholders
Serve as liaison between project management team, operations team, and end-user
Work in collaboration with distribution team and distributor partners to forecast upcoming volumes
Account Management Provide management of current accounts, daily activities, and priorities & manage KPIs to meet the needs of customer expectations regarding service and sales support.
Provide needed customer training and support as needed.
Contribute to and actively manage Sales funnel - reporting of activity, with sales budgeting, forecasting, and expenses.
New Business Development Presents appropriate Diversey Value Propositions to key national prospects to secure new, profitable business.
Will work through selling cycles and negotiations.
Preserve & Grow Existing Business Collaborate with Hospitality & Food Service Leaders and Diversey support functions to ensure profit & Value Propositions.
Must drive engagement with customers at all levels to ensure all new & existing needs are understood and all key stakeholders recognize the value delivered.
Collaborate with Global and Regional Sector colleagues Collaborate with Diversey Sector leadership and sales personnel globally to ensure effective & consistent delivery of Value Propositions to key customers - including value-added services such as training, service, support, and supply delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance available from day one
401(k) with matching
Paid time off
Learning and development opportunities
Rich company culture

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