Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.
We are seeking a driven Technical Sales Representative, for the Atlantic District in our Packaging & Hygiene Solutions segment. The role will manage in Ashland, VA area.
The position responsibilities include:
- Servicing existing and new accounts, including on site analysis, troubleshooting, inspection, design and installation of feed and delivery systems as well as any service function related to the sale and maintenance of Kemira product lines.
- Establishing a business plan with goals and objectives for sales and profits to new and
existing business
- Providing customer with timely service reports
- Communicating mill requirements/opportunities
- Providing attention to customer needs and identifying new sales opportunities
- Monitoring Kemira product and service quality, and addressing issues
- Resolving customer concerns to customer’s satisfaction
- Maintaining sales information systems and expense reporting systems in a timely and
accurate manner
- Attending appropriate industry conferences and assigned company meetings
- Developing technical and sales skills by participating in and completing, company approved training programs
What you can expect from us:
- Extensive ongoing technical training and mentoring by industry experts in paper chemistries.
- Career growth with an industry leader with global advancement opportunities.
- Technical/Sales Management, Product Line Management, and Account Management career tracks
- Competitive compensation, car allowance, paid relocation & exceptional benefits program including:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- Superior 401(k) with Company contribution up to 10% of salary
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off in 1st year of employment
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Bachelor's degree level and/or equivalent field experience in paper specialty chemical sales, paper science, chemistry, biology, microbiology, or chemical engineering. 5-10 years’ experience in the paper industry
- Ability to develop Key Account or Project Plans and execute with discipline
- Strong emphasis on documenting ROI of new and existing applications
- Ability to develop “trust based” relationships with key buyers
- Familiarity with data analysis and reporting
- Preferred experience in the following areas:
- Paper making operations
- General wet-end applications
- Retention and drainage chemistries
- Sizing
- Strength applications
- Effluent treatment applications
- English and French Speaking is a positive.
Join Kemira and create better every day
Please apply with CV no later than February 28th, 2026 at kemira.com/careers.
Kemira is an equal opportunity employer.
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. We deliver tailored products and services to improve the product quality, processes, and resource efficiency of our diverse range of customers. Our focus is on water treatment, as well as on fiber and renewable solutions – enabling sustainability transformation for our customers. In 2024, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.9 billion with a global team of some 4,700 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com