TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE IV

Concept: TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE IV

Technical Sales Representative - Paper Industry
Dallas, TX

Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), a FORTUNE 500, diversified chemical company provides innovative products, services and solutions to customers around the globe. Ashland has sales and operations in the United States and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our operations include four wholly owned divisions: Ashland Performance Materials, Ashland Distribution, Valvoline and Ashland Water Technologies. We've come a long way since we started in 1924 as a regional petroleum refiner. We're a growing, dynamic company with a vision that gives us a strong sense of who we are and an unyielding commitment to how we practice business. Learn more about Ashland Inc. by visiting our website at www.ashland.com.
*FORTUNE 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc.

As a Technical Sales Representative in our Paper Sales Group, you will support and expand business relationships with our current customer base. You will drive growth in the territory with new customers, demonstrate new products and help with introduction and startup. You will also conduct market surveys, competitive analysis, and help prepare yearly sales forecasts. Position will require traveling 30+%.

To qualify, you will need the following:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biology, or Chemical or Environmental Sciences
8-10 years Sales or Sales & Marketing experience in the paper industry
Sales territory management including forecasting, planning and prioritization
Strong computer skills required, specifically in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access)
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States

In return, we offer our associates a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization.

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http://ashland.kenexa.com/ashland/cc/Home.ss

Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/D/V.

No phone calls please.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESUMES FROM THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS (AGENCIES) FOR ANY OF OUR OPENINGS UNLESS WE HAVE A SIGNED AGREEMENT IN PLACE TO FILL A SPECIFIC POSITION.
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