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Business Development Manager – Data Centre Water Treatment & Cooling Solutions

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 8 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Solenis

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Overview

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Hybrid, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required

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Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

You have strong experience in technical B2B sales, ideally within areas such as:

  • Industrial water treatment chemicals or services
  • Cooling systems, HVAC, or thermal solutions
  • Critical environments such as Data Centres, industrial operations, or utilities

You are likely already working within water treatment, specialty chemicals, technical services, or mission-critical infrastructure and are looking for a more strategic European-level commercial role.

  • Proven success selling complex technical solutions
  • Strong business development and closing capability
  • Comfortable operating in technical environments
  • Able to engage confidently with engineers and operational teams
  • Good understanding of water, cooling, and infrastructure performance challenges
  • Self-driven, commercially focused, and relationship-oriented

Nice to have

  • Data Centre experience is advantageous, but not essential

Languages

  • Fluent English & Spanish required

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Key commercial role within one of the fastest-growing sectors in Europe
  • Opportunity to work with major Data Centre operators and hyperscalers
  • Strong technical differentiation and market positioning
  • Backed by a large international organisation with long-term growth ambitions
  • Strategic sales environment with high-value projects and real impact
  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Attractive benefits package
  • Collaborative and international environment
  • Long-term career development opportunities

The role

Business Development Manager - Data Centre Water Treatment & Cooling Solutions (Europe)

Madrid is a growing Data Centre hub and an important focus for Chem-Aqua's development in Spain. We are looking for an experienced, commercially driven Business Development Manager to build strategic opportunities in water treatment and cooling optimisation, with a particular focus on the Madrid Data Centre market.

You will engage with hyperscalers, colocation providers and major infrastructure operators, developing high-value technical sales opportunities in Madrid and the wider Spanish market while contributing to multi-site and international customer projects.

What you'll do

  • Identify and target Data Centre operators and relevant decision-makers in Madrid and the wider Spanish market
  • Develop and secure multi-site / multi-country agreements
  • Build and manage a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities
  • Drive new customer acquisition within mission-critical environments

Account Expansion & Growth

  • Expand existing agreements into additional sites and regions
  • Replicate proven technical solutions across customer portfolios
  • Accelerate implementation and revenue generation

Technical & Strategic Sales

  • Lead complex consultative sales cycles involving water treatment, cooling systems, operational performance and energy efficiency
  • Develop high-value technical proposals
  • Coordinate internal technical, engineering, and operational teams
  • Engage with engineering, operations, procurement, and leadership stakeholders
  • Position Chem-Aqua as a trusted partner in water treatment and cooling optimisation

About Solenis

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, focusing on water-intensive industrial applications. The company provides innovative solutions for water treatment, process chemicals, and cleaning and hygiene technologies, serving customers across the pulp and paper, chemical, oil and gas, mining, and municipal markets. With a workforce of over 5,000 employees and operations in more than 120 countries, Solenis is a significant player in the specialty chemical industry.

In Spain, Solenis has a notable presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, supporting its Southern European operations. The company's culture emphasizes technical expertise and customer-centric solutions, making it a relevant employer for international professionals with backgrounds in chemistry, engineering, and sales. For relocating professionals, Solenis offers opportunities in roles such as scientists, account managers, and technical specialists, with a global structure that can facilitate internal mobility.

Founded
1904
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Wilmington, USA
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Solenis has a global presence with operations in over 120 countries, which can offer international professionals opportunities for global mobility.
  • The company's R&D and innovation focus makes it an attractive employer for scientists and engineers in the specialty chemical sector.
  • Solenis has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing a base for professionals relocating to Spain.
  • The company offers a broad portfolio of products and services, spanning water treatment, process chemicals, and cleaning solutions, which can provide diverse career paths.
  • As a global company, English is likely a common working language, easing the transition for international hires.

In their own words

About the company & team

Chem-Aqua (NCH Europe) | Part of Solenis Group About Solenis & Chem-Aqua

Solenis is a global leader in specialty chemicals, delivering sustainable solutions to water-intensive industries worldwide. Operating in more than 160 countries with over 23,000 employees, Solenis helps customers improve operational efficiency, performance, and sustainability.

Chem-Aqua (NCH), now part of the Solenis Group, is a recognised specialist in industrial water treatment, applied chemistry, and cooling system optimisation.

We support industrial customers and operators of mission-critical infrastructure, particularly within the rapidly growing Data Centre sector, where water management and cooling performance are business-critical.

Additional information

At Solenis we value diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you believe your experience could contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply.

Solenis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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