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.
Exempt, Grade 15
Sales Incentive Program (SIP) eligible
Primary Role
The Commercial Sales Manager will be responsible for driving incremental growth, account management, product sales, and market feedback for assigned accounts in the Commercial aquatic water business sector to drive increased profitability and growth, while also exploring possible growth opportunities.
The Commercial Sales Manager will also work closely with internal technical support, marketing, and product management teams as needed to address customer needs/opportunities.
Key Accountabilities/Essential Functions of the Job
Generate incremental sales growth with new and existing accounts within the assigned territory.
Key Account management for existing book of business including sales and technical support.
Provide market intelligence feedback to shape existing and future sales strategies.
Interact with supportive functions to effectively manage the assigned territory.
Utilize the full suite of Solenis selling tools including SFDC & Tableau to maximize efficiency.
Onboarding, training and mentoring new team members
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing or in technical field e.g. Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
Experience:
Minimum of 2-4 years in the water treatment sector and/or swimming pool industry.
Knowledge:
Water chemistry knowledge required.
Must have demonstrated skills and success in both fact based and relationship selling.
Strong communication, presentation, organization and negotiating skills.
Travel Requirement
50% Overnight travel
General Work Environment
Work remotely from home-based office
Skills: Behavioral & Technical
Self-starter & independent thinker, that possesses skills required for team-building, problem-solving, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Able to clearly indicate direction and/or share technical information with customer personnel, project team members and outside engineering, architect & design consultants.
Presentation & Training Skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com and Tableau with ability to train on latest changes and concepts
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 medical, dental, vision & 401K, 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.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. 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.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
The expected compensation range for this position is between $80,730.00 and $118,404.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing or technical field
- 2-4 years experience in water treatment sector or swimming pool industry
- Knowledge of water chemistry
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in Salesforce.com and Tableau
Solenis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Solenis and has not been reviewed or approved by Solenis.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes medical, dental and vision options, and a 90/10 plan is available in at least one location. Wellness tools and plan variety indicate competitive medical support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match and tenure-linked contributions, alongside company-funded pension elements in some regions. These components suggest meaningful long-term savings support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing initiatives span physical, emotional, social and financial health via a global EAP and a wellness platform with activity-based rewards. Site-specific amenities such as gyms, recreation and creche services further reinforce lifestyle support.
Solenis Insights
What We Do
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 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree, recognized four years in a row. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media
