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.
Solenis is a global leader in specialty chemicals and sustainability solutions that support water‑intensive industries. Our portfolio includes cooling water, boiler water, and wastewater treatment chemistries, monitoring and control technologies, and value‑added technical service programs. We help customers improve operational reliability, protect critical assets, reduce environmental impact, and optimize performance across industrial and manufacturing facilities worldwide.
With operations in more than 160 countries and over 23,000 employees, Solenis provides unmatched technical expertise and service quality.
Learn more at www.solenis.com.
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Key Account Manager to support our growing industrial water treatment portfolio in the Little Rock, Arkansas region. This role is responsible for managing technical programs, optimizing system performance, and driving commercial growth across a diverse base of industrial customers such as manufacturing facilities, utilities, food and beverage operations, chemical plants, and other water‑intensive industries.
You will serve as the primary technical advisor and relationship manager, ensuring program excellence in cooling, boiler, and wastewater treatment systems while delivering strong value to customers and expanding Solenis’ presence in the region.
ResponsibilitiesTechnical Program Management• Conduct routine testing, monitoring, and troubleshooting of cooling tower, boiler, and wastewater treatment systems
• Diagnose and correct issues involving feed pumps, controllers, valves, analyzers, and monitoring devices
• Perform audits, performance reviews, corrosion monitoring, system surveys, and root cause analyses
• Recommend program adjustments to improve reliability, efficiency, compliance, and cost‑effectiveness
• Maintain accurate service documentation, reports, and treatment records
• Serve as the on‑site technical partner and trusted advisor for industrial clients
• Build strong relationships with operations, maintenance, engineering, reliability, and procurement teams
• Present technical reports, KPIs, business reviews, and optimization proposals
• Respond to operational concerns and develop corrective action plans to support customer goals
• Reinforce Solenis’ value through consistent engagement and results‑focused support
• Manage revenue, pricing execution, and contract performance for assigned accounts
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business and program upgrades within the customer base
• Collaborate with internal Solenis teams to ensure seamless delivery, on‑time product supply, and high service quality
• Support inventory management and coordinate chemical deliveries and on‑site logistics
• Execute account plans to achieve growth, margin targets, and long‑term customer retention
• Promote and adhere to Solenis’ safety culture at all customer sites
• Follow plant‑specific safety protocols including contractor onboarding, LOTO, PPE requirements, and site entry procedures
• Ensure treatment programs comply with environmental and operational regulations
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
• At least 3 years of industrial water treatment experience involving cooling, boiler, or wastewater systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting capability
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong industrial customer relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Experience supporting industrial customers in Arkansas, the Mid‑South, or surrounding regions
• Background working with manufacturing plants, utilities, chemical operations, or food/beverage facilities
• Familiarity with customer safety programs and industrial work environments
• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentive plan
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Company vehicle
• Fifteen days of paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Extensive training and long‑term career development opportunities
We understand that candidates may not meet every qualification. If your background aligns with this role and you can bring value to our team, we encourage you to apply.
Join Solenis and help make a meaningful impact in industrial water and sustainability.
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 $73,410.00 and $122,340.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.Similar Jobs
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
