Technical Sales Representative - Florence, KY

This person will work for Nalco as a technical sales representative. He/she will work as an on-site expert in the metal working industry, selling cutting and metalworking fluids and rust inhibitors to improve production processes. Working side by side with the customer's management team, the candidate will troubleshoot, train and consult on how to improve or overcome plant operational challenges.

Technical sales representatives make cold calls for developing new business opportunities while maintaining an existing customer base. In addition to growing business, responsibilities include working with facility engineers to improve the efficiency of customer plant operations. The service aspect of the position includes, among other things, evaluation of plant operating equipment, data acquisition and monitoring, writing service reports and maintaining current operation manuals. The candidate will be exposed to many types of industries, and a wide range of piping, valves and pumps associated with this industry.



Nalco is the leading provider of integrated water treatment and process improvements services, chemicals and equipment programs for industrial and institutional applications that serves more than 60,000 customer locations representing a broad range of end markets. It has established a global presence with more than 10,000 employees operating in 130 countries, supported by a comprehensive network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and research centers. In 2004, Nalco achieved sales in excess of $3 billion.
REQUIREMENTS


The desired candidate will have the following:BS degree in either an engineering discipline, Chemistry or Biology Excellent oral and written communications skills Outgoing personality and interest in being a team player Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of metal treatment industry sales experience, but we will consider an engineer with a desire to sell A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.


Nalco is an Equal Opportunity Employer, relying on the diversity of our workforce to drive innovation and growth. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, as well as unlimited opportunities for professional growth. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.