About the Role
Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a District Representative II to join their Energy Services group. This full-time position is based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, and focuses on driving revenue and profit growth through the consultative sale of Nalco Water programs and services. The role emphasizes strong account leadership and retention of strategic accounts by understanding customer business drivers, implementing system assurance programs, and introducing new technologies.
This role offers an independent work environment where the representative manages their monthly schedule and utilizes company resources, tools, and technology. The company prioritizes safety, providing comprehensive training and personal protective equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with existing and new customers to understand their business needs and propose continuous improvement and innovation plans to maintain and grow sales within the assigned territory.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at customer sites, including plant and facility executives.
- Generate and execute comprehensive sales plans for existing accounts and new business opportunities to achieve defined territory profit increase goals.
- Provide technical support to customers, proactively identify and resolve complaints, and escalate issues as needed.
- Conduct detailed system analysis, interpret data, and provide written recommendations to ensure optimal customer operations.
- Travel within the assigned sales territory to meet with clients and prospects.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
- Experience in CPI (Chemical Process Industries) and Ethylene crackers is required.
- Residing in Jubail is preferable.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 55 pounds chest high.
Required Skills
- Proven technical sales expertise and strong account leadership capabilities.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with a focus on long-term customer engagement.
- Proficiency in problem-solving and system analysis to provide data-driven recommendations.
- Effective sales planning and execution abilities.
- Strong technical support and customer service orientation.
- High computer application literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to learn internal business systems.
- Demonstrated autonomy and self-motivation in managing work and responsibilities.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Proficient in account management, including engaging with multilevel plant or facility management.
- A strong work ethic and the ability to multitask effectively.
Additional Information
The role is a full-time position within Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company, located in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, with potential engagement in Al Jubail. Experience required is 2-5 years. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years of successful technical sales or field sales support experience, 3+ years of experience directly related to the well service stimulation business, experience in the oil and gas industry, previous refinery/petrochemical experience, and water treatment or specialty chemical industry experience. A working knowledge of boilers, cooling towers, and wastewater treatment systems is also preferred.