RedCat Recruitment is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced ACCOUNT MANAGER (CHEMISTRY/PAPER/INDUSTRY) for a well-established national concern – position based in Pretoria.

JOB DESCRIPTION / REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong computer skills (MS Office, Email / Internet).
Person must be able to travel extensively.
Excellent communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills.
BSc Degree/Diploma in Chemistry/Engineering is ESSENTIAL.
Post Graduate Business Qualification will be advantageous (e.g. MDP).
5-10 years’ experience of specialist pulp application management is a pre-requisite for this position.
Related sales experience with a proven track record in sales of specialty chemicals in the paper industry will be an advantage.
Field application of specialty chemicals, specific expertise in pulp is required. This experience should equip the incumbent to sell programs based on value, prevent attrition of existing business through technical skills and interpersonal skills.
Paper industry related water treatment experience is also desired for this position.
Person will be required to execute business and sales strategies through managing, leading and directing the account/area’s team in the implementation of key initiatives that support the on-going sustainability and profitability of the division.

Salary offered: Negotiable