Solenis

Area Sales Manager, Pulp & Paper (Greater GTA)

Solenis$96K — $129K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience in chemical sales, particularly in the pulp or paper industry.
  • Proven leadership experience managing regional teams.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Willingness to travel within the area.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to work independently.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a diverse team of 5 sales and service professionals.
  • Foster a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to drive regional growth.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Oversee compliance with safety and environmental policies.
  • Identify market trends and support product launches.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for growth and career development.
  • Company vehicle, laptop, and phone provided.
  • Vacation, floating holidays, and sick time included.
  • Competitive base salary plus a sales incentive plan.
Full Job Description

We are looking for an Area Manager who will be responsible for the commercial sales operation for their area.

For this role we will consider someone who can be located in or around the Greater GTA area.

In this role, you’ll lead a collaborative and customer-focused team of sales and service professionals dedicated to creating sustainable, innovative solutions.

You’ll inspire your team to grow, build strong and lasting customer relationships, and ensure that every partnership thrives. You’ll combine your technical expertise with a people-first approach to help drive meaningful impact for our customers, our team, and the environment.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead & Empower Your Team

    • Support, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 5 employees; (Support Engineers, Service Technicians and a Sr. Account Manager)

    • Foster a culture of inclusion, learning, safety, and continuous improvement.

    • Encourage individual growth through ongoing feedback, coaching, and development planning.

  • Drive Growth Through Collaboration

    • Partner with your team to achieve regional growth and performance goals.

    • Develop and execute strategic plans for key accounts and new business.

    • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support customer needs.

  • Customer Relationship Management:

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients.

    • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.

    • Act as a technical and commercial resource for complex challenges.

  • Operational Excellence:

    • Oversee compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate policies.

    • Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.

    • Drive efficiency and cost control initiatives.

  • Regional Strategy & Growth:

    • Identify market trends and opportunities in the Central Area.

    • Lead regional initiatives to expand Solenis’ footprint.

    • Support product launches and innovation adoption.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.

  • 8-10 years of experience in chemical sales, pulp or paper

  • Proven leadership experience in managing regional teams.

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

  • Willingness to travel within the area.

  • Valid driver’s license and ability to work independently.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Perks!

  • Opportunity for growth and career development

  • Competitive base salary plus sales incentive plan

  • Company vehicle, laptop and phone

  • Vacation, floating holidays and sick time

If you are a team leader with a passion for the pulp and paper industry and team development, we encourage you to apply.

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you. 

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision and a defined contribution pension plan, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $96,880.00 and 129,170.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

Regulatory Disclosure

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

About Solenis

Solenis is a global producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries. The company provides process and water treatment chemistries to various industries, including pulp, paper, oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, biorefining, power and municipal markets. Solenis has more than 5,200 employees and 41 manufacturing facilities, which are strategically located to support its global customer base.
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