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Mining Solutions is the global leader in specialty mining reagents for mineral processing, solvent extraction, industrial minerals and alumina process chemicals.  It has a portfolio of unique technologies delivering strong customer value.  We provide dedicated on-site technical service and applications expertise to support our customers’ needs.  We do these by strong customer relationships and ongoing collaborations to solve the most demanding industry challenges.  

 

The person in this position will have a leading role in the realization of the Mineral Processing business growth objectives for North America.

 

Job Description 

The Technical Sales Representatives primary objective is to provide best-in-class technical service and customer support in the use of our products and to ensure the achievement of the commercial objectives of the Mineral Processing business Apply and safeguard the application of Syensqo safety regulations in all circumstances Support new prospects and existing business by conducting lab work to explore new opportunities with both New Product Introductions (NPI) and existing products  Manage current business and lead/support trial activities including NPI and existing products. Ensure and maintain multi-level contact at customer sites, in a planned and disciplined manner so as to facilitate the timely execution of project plans through sound commercial relationships. Take the lead to collect customer data, conduct analysis and provide recommendations to advance projects and/or exploit new opportunities Support customers and other sales representatives in resolving non-routine technical issues and troubleshooting. Ensure compliance to internal reporting requirements including but not limited to: call reports, monthly highlights, trial proposals, trial reports, commercial performance reports   Comply with Solvay policies such as code of conduct, anti-bribery, antitrust, business travel expense guidelines.

 

Qualifications

A successful candidate will:

Possess a Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, metallurgy or chemistry. A range of experience levels will be considered, but we require at a minimum 3 years experience in either a Laboratory / Plant Process (flotation concentrator) experience. Both are equally critical in the role. Be a self-motivator with skills in problem solving Lab hands on skills to conduct lab trials are highest priority  Demonstrate good technical and commercial sense with a high focus on value selling Desire to build excellent customer relationships while promoting Solvay products for the benefit of the client

 

Additional considerations for a successful candidate:

Communicate effectively in written and spoken English  Be a strong team player with focus on deadline targets and achieving goals Demonstrate a proactive personality, taking initiative to identify and convert opportunities into new sales Be comfortable with working remotely Willing to travel or be on customer site up to 50% of his/her time; travel will change according to the customers‘ requirements Able to operate in a global/virtual organization.

 

We Offer

A flexible work schedule combining business trips with a home office environment. A great international teamwork type environment Physical capability to periodically lift up to 50 lbs and to cover plant trials as needed  A broad range of responsibilities and the opportunity to develop career aspiration

You will get:

Competitive salary and benefits package. The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $84,960.00 to $110,000.00  per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives. 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations Training platform for all employees Free language courses (24 languages available) Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 

About us

While we have identified potential internal profiles for this role, we are committed to a fair and inclusive selection process. In order to comprehensively evaluate all qualified internal people, we are actively encouraging applications for this position. Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity. At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.