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About Koch-Chemie USAKoch-Chemie USA is part of the French Novarc Group, an internationally operating industrial group with more than 60 companies and approximately 1,900 employees worldwide.Together, we stand for technological excellence, industrial expertise, and sustainable innovation.Since 1968, Koch-Chemie has stood for premium cleaning and care products for automotive reconditioning, workshops, car washes, and industrial applications.We are among the few companies in our industry that manage research, manufacturing, and distribution in-house. Driven by continuous improvement and attention to detail, we deliver Excellence for Experts.Your profilePrevious sales experience in automotive, chemical, or Paint, Body & Equipment (PBE) environmentsExperience in route sales or chemical distribution is an advantageStrong communication, negotiation, and presentation skillsIndependent, structured, and goal-oriented working styleHigh level of customer orientation combined with commercial awarenessAbility to manage a geographically large sales territory efficientlyConfidence in handling administrative and reporting tasksValid driver's license and clean driving recordWillingness to travel extensively in your regionWe OfferA responsible sales position with direct impact on the growth of Koch-Chemie USAClear sales targets, structured territory planning, and defined development opportunitiesCompetitive base salary (twice a month) with monthly performance-based incentivesCompany vehicle and company credit cardPaid product and on-the-job training10 days of PTO plus paid holidaysAdditional incentive and recognition programs for high performersA professional, international working environment with short decision-making pathsKoch-Chemie USA is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected factor.Your ResponsibilitiesAs an Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial development of the Houston, Texas sales territory and surrounding region.You will manage and expand distribution structures while maintaining and strengthening direct customer relationships. Your customer base will primarily consist of professional automotive reconditioning and detailing businesses, car washes, dealerships, and collision repair facilities.In this role, you combine structured sales management with hands‑on customer engagement. Product expertise and customer training are central elements of our market approach and an integral part of your responsibilities.Full responsibility for revenue development and sustainable growth within the Houston, TX regionDevelopment, management, and expansion of distributor and end customer relationshipsIdentification and acquisition of new business opportunities and regional market potentialOngoing support and development of existing customer accountsPlanning and execution of product demonstrations and customer trainings across the full product portfolioStructured management of leads, prospects, and sales activitiesRegular reporting and close coordination with the National Sales ManagerRepresentation of Koch-Chemie USA at customer appointments and regional industry activities#J-18808-Ljbffr