What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager - Industrial Water Treatment/Chemical Sales position at Veolia Environnement SA?
Company Description
Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.
Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.
Job Description
Join Veolia as an Account Manager and take your career to new heights. We value candidates with technical experience or formal education in a STEM concentration who share a genuine passion for environmental sustainability and a consultative customer approach.
We're not just selling products – we're pioneering sustainable solutions that protect our planet's most precious resources. Our Account Management team are at the forefront of this mission, working hand-in-hand with customers to develop cutting-edge equipment and chemical treatment solutions across diverse industries.
More than sales professionals, you'll be technical advisors who deeply understand customer needs and deliver creative solutions that optimize profitability, productivity, and environmental stewardship. If you're passionate about sustainability and thrive on solving complex challenges, this is your chance to make a real impact.
What We'll Offer:
- Autonomy & Flexibility: Manage your schedule, and blaze your own trail.
- Continuous Growth: Access industry-leading training, travel opportunities, and a vast network of water technology experts.
- Rewarding Compensation: Enjoy competitive pay, sales incentives, a generous retirement plan, and a company car.
What You'll Do:
- Consult on-site, applying innovative technologies to solve water and process treatment needs while prioritizing safety and environmental best practices.
- Hands-on work with test equipment, chemical feed systems, and other cutting-edge tools.
- Proactively implement preventative maintenance, optimize operations, and utilize predictive analytics to stay ahead of the curve.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, share best practices, and drive account growth through creative solutions that delight customers.
- Celebrate success through industry-recognized "Proof Not Promises" awards, recognizing your environmental and operational impact.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Technology, preferred. A minimum of 10 years of direct experience in the field and water treatment industry will also qualify; a high school education is required.
- Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments, including heavy industrial facilities, light manufacturing facilities, and commercial institutional properties.
- Experience in direct sales, customer service, account management, or industry operations is a plus!
- A valid driver's license and willingness to travel (a learner’s permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify).
Additional Information
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
