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Area Manager - Chemical Sector

On-site in Barcelona·Added 1 month ago (last checked 30 Oct)

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Our summary

Hours: Jornada intensiva all year · Monday to Friday
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Required

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Skills

Industrial Manufacturing

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical training.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial B2B commercial positions.
High level of English for negotiation.
Autonomous profile with organizational capacity and territory management skills.
Client-focused approach and the ability to build trusting relationships.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Driver's license and availability to travel.

Nice to have

Experience in industrial chemistry, surface treatment, technical paints, or related sectors is highly valued.
French language skills are valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Stable project in a consolidated industrial company with recognition in its sector.
Already developed client portfolio and consolidated accounts.
Accompanying and support during the integration process.
Intensive office schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00h to 15:00h.
Offices located in Zona Franca (Barcelona).
High level of autonomy to manage the commercial territory.
Competitive remuneration consisting of fixed salary, variable salary, and company vehicle.
Possibility of professional growth within an organization with an international presence.

The role

We are looking for a Sales Technician to maintain and develop a consolidated portfolio of industrial clients in Catalonia, Valencia, Aragon, and international accounts. You will join a leading company in chemical solutions for surface treatments, with a strong national and international positioning.

Manufacturing company of chemical products for surface treatment
Consolidated client portfolio in Catalonia, Valencia, Aragon, and export accounts

What you'll do

Reporting to the Commercial Management, the selected profile will perform the following functions:

Manage and develop a consolidated portfolio of industrial clients.
Conduct technical and commercial visits to identify business opportunities.
Advise clients on applications and solutions related to surface treatments.
Detect new commercial opportunities in the assigned area.
Acquire new clients and expand the company's presence.
Maintain long-term relationships with strategic accounts.
Follow up on incidents and client needs.
Report commercial activity.
Analyze market trends and competition.
Participate in trade fairs and industry events.
Coordinate with technical teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
Manage your own schedule of visits and travel within Catalonia, Aragon, and the Valencian Community, as well as strategic accounts in the European market.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
With a client company
If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.
Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

Industry: Staffing

In their own words

About the company & team

Our client is an industrial company specializing in the development, production, and commercialization of chemical products for surface treatment. It has a solid track record in the market, an international presence, and a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and local technical service.

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