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 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com .
For the Industrial WaterTreatment Sales organization in EMEA we are looking for a:
Key Account Manager Industrial Water Treatment
Location: Field based role; Ireland, in the Dublin area.
The position will report to the Area Manager for UK North & Ireland.
The job:
* Managing key financial metrics within our existing customer base and developing sales growth opportunities within key market sectors in line with Solenis’ business strategy & commercial targets
* Managing influent watertreatment, cooling tower, boiler and waste water applications in Ireland (around the Dublin area)
* Managing and utilizing Solenis team resourse to deliver customer value projects primarily around energy and water savings
* Managing Legionella compliance programmes in partnership with our existing customers
* Responsibility for all sales, account correspondence, contracts, orders received, new business implementation, troubleshooting and follow up within territory
* Working to clarify defined commercial sales targets – reviewed on a monthly basis
* The types of industries to service and to sell into are within, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, heavy and light engineering, dairy, and chemicals
* Dealing with Technical, Engineering, Buyers and Facility Managers
* Maintaining appropriate records
* There is initially an approximate 40/60 split between new business sales and key account management (including sales and service and consultancy to existing customers)
The Individual:
* Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree, preferably in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, is required or relevant years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Sales experience in the Watertreatment industry preferable
* Sound technical knowledge of boiler and/or cooling water treatment and current relevant legislation. Application & product training is provided
* Customer focus – Ability to fulfil customer needs and expectations. Must be professional and confident with internal and external customers
* Delivering Results – Deliver against strategic business KPI’s. Passionate about success and delivering operational excellence, whilst sharing best practice
* Must have the ability to make independent decisions, work flexibly, and have excellent time management skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a true service attitude
* This is a field-based role and frequent travel will be required. The successful candidate must have a valid driving licence
What can Solenis offer you?
Our technical sales teams fuel the growth of our business and operate in an entrepreneurial, customer-focused environment. We Provide an environment to allow talented, growth-oriented people to reach their potential in a challenging and rewarding career.
We’re part of a winning team that is well respected within all the markets we service. Our people are diverse, talented, and committed to growing our sales and continuing to win market share. This is an opportunity to be part of a big success story in solid business backed by investment.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer:
* Comprehensive benefits including sales bonus, company car, pension & private health care,
* Working in a career-environment within dynamic and growing business with plenty of scope for progression and for building an interesting, long and varied professional career.
So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges consider joining our team.
Why work here?
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) 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 in the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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About Us
Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control 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 71 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 15,400 professionals in 130 countries across six continents.
Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company.
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