Job Description

Sales Manager, Syngas

Clariant is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead commercial activities for our Syngas Catalyst portfolio across the U.S. and Canada. This role is ideal for someone with a strong scientific background and proven experience selling into the refining, ammonia, and hydrogen sectors. The successful candidate will have hands-on familiarity with catalyst applications, including comfort entering refineries and plants where catalysts are loaded, and will bring a deep understanding of Syngas processes and customer needs. You will be responsible for driving commercial growth, expanding key accounts, and managing relationships with distributors and channel partners throughout North America-with a strong preference for candidates with an established network, including in Canada. This is a high-impact role requiring both technical credibility and sales acumen to succeed in large, complex industrial environments. Clariant offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, company vehicle, visa sponsorship (if needed), paid time off (PTO), and more. If you're ready to apply your Syngas expertise in a strategic commercial role, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete sales process: customer acquisition, proposal generation, risk assessment, contract negotiation, and after-sales support
• Serve as the main commercial and technical point of contact for customers
• Maintain and grow existing accounts through regular engagement and technical discussions
• Identify and develop new business opportunities by understanding customer technologies and aligning them with Clariant's catalyst solutions
• Maintain accurate forecasts and reporting in systems like CRM, Installed Volume, Miller-Heimann Sheets, and Call Reports
• Develop pricing strategies and margin expectations based on market and competitive analysis
• Collaborate with Applied Catalyst Technology and Technical/Application teams to deliver high-quality after-sales support
• Provide on-site services including start-up support, operator training, data evaluation, troubleshooting, and spent catalyst analysis
• Contribute to the maintenance of design guidelines, technical documentation, and customer reference lists
• Participate in technical and commercial training programs organized by Clariant and clients
• Conduct internal training sessions to share technical knowledge and support sales coaching within the team
• Adhere to Clariant and client-specific safety training requirements
• Gather and share market and competitor intelligence to support internal teams including R&D and Business Development
• Represent Clariant at industry conferences, congresses, and customer events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a Science related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the chemical industry, with a strong focus on technical sales or commercial roles involving industrial process technologies
• Technical understanding of catalyst behavior, reactor systems, or industrial gas processing equipment is essential
• Hands-on experience in Syngas applicationsincluding hydrogen, ammonia, or methanol production
• Proven ability to engage with refineries, plant operators, and technical stakeholders on-site, including during catalyst loading, troubleshooting, and performance evaluations, preferred
• Demonstrated success in managing and growing key accounts within large, complex industrial organizations
• Existing network of customers, channel partners, and distributors across North America is highly desirable; familiarity with the Canadian market is a plus

Whats in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

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