Ecolab

Technical Sales Representative

Ecolab • $67K — $101K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Valid driver's license necessary
  • No immigration sponsorship available
  • Preferred: bachelor's in engineering or life sciences
  • Preferred: experience in water treatment or specialty chemical industry
  • Preferred: knowledge of boilers, cooling towers, and wastewater

Responsibilities

  • Generate and execute sales plans for existing and competitively held accounts
  • Understand customer business needs and recommend improvement plans
  • Develop relationships with key customer stakeholders
  • Provide technical support and resolve customer challenges
  • Perform system analysis and interpret data for recommendations
  • Promote and sell Nalco Water technologies to enhance relationships

Benefits

  • Opportunity to tackle meaningful challenges related to clean water and safety
  • Support for career development
  • Paid field and headquarters training
  • Flexible, autonomous work environment
  • Company vehicle for business and personal use
  • Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, pension, and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Technical Sales Representative to join its industry leading sales team. You'll be responsible for revenue and profit growth of programs and services in targeted accounts. Using a consultative sales approach, you'll build relationships with existing customers by executing system assurance programs that meet their key business needs. With strong account leadership, you'll also convert strategic competitive accounts and sell new technologies to current customers.

What's in it For You:

  • The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
  • The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
  • Paid training held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL
  • Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
  • Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
  • Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!


What You Will Do:

  • Attend Nalco Water's 6-month experiential training program with support from a dedicated Primary Trainer


Following completion of training, a district will be assigned. You can expect to:

  • Generate and execute sales plans in existing customer base and in assigned competitively held accounts, to meet profit increase goals.
  • Work closely with current and prospective customers to understand business needs and recommend continuous improvement and innovation plans that will maintain and grow sales
  • Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders in current and prospective customers, including plant or facility executives
  • Provide technical support to customers; identifying and resolving customer challenges, escalating as required
  • Engage in problem solving by performing system analysis, interpreting data and providing written recommendations to ensure customer operations are performing at optimal levels.
  • Actively sell and support Nalco Water innovations and technology in assigned customers to promote long-term business relationships with Nalco Water


Position Details:

  • Candidate must reside within a commutable distance from Portland, OR
  • Territory covers about a 30 mile radius of the surrounding area
  • Targeted accounts are within the Global High Tech industries
  • 25% overnight travel required


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Position requires a current and valid driver's license
  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role


Physical Requirements:

  • Drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (pre-employment and ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle)
  • Ability to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, industrial) or life sciences (biology, chemistry, etc.)
  • Water treatment or specialty chemical industry experience
  • Working knowledge of boilers, cooling towers, and wastewater


Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $67,800-$101,800. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

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About Ecolab

Ecolab provides comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights, and personalized service to customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality, and industrial markets in more than countries to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability.

Ecolab Careers

Join Ecolab's dynamic team today and be part of a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions. At Ecolab, we are committed to advancing technologies and driving innovation that makes the world cleaner, safer, and healthier.

Work You’ll Do

At Ecolab, you will find job opportunities that promise robust growth and development in a culture that fosters leadership, innovation, and diversity. Our team is composed of over 48,000 dedicated professionals who lead the industry in delivering efficient solutions and services to our customers worldwide.

Professional Growth and Development

Embark on a career path that empowers your ambition. Ecolab offers a myriad of career advancement opportunities supported by comprehensive training programs and professional development courses. Our commitment to your growth is paralleled by our dedication to innovation and excellence in every aspect of our business.

Inclusive and Supportive Culture

Ecolab’s culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and diversity. We believe in creating an inclusive environment that values each individual’s unique background and perspectives. Diversity training and leadership programs are integral parts of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Whether you're starting your career or looking to make a change, Ecolab offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you harness your skills and achieve your professional goals. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, ensuring that all candidates are given the opportunity to showcase their strengths.

Benefits and Networking

Joining Ecolab means more than just employment; it’s an opportunity to be part of a global network of industry leaders and innovators. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including health, life, and dental insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also encourage our team to connect and collaborate through various professional networking events.

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Learn more about Ecolab
Size
47,000 employees
Market Cap
$41 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
-0.6%
Revenue
$11.7 billion
NASDAQ
ECL
* Ladders Estimates

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