Company Description

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader in water recovery, treatment, and reuse. We provide a wide range of water systems for various applications, including food and beverage, municipal water, microelectronics ultrapure water, and heavy industrial wastewater treatment. Our portfolio includes chemicals, monitoring solutions, start-up and operation services, membrane and ion exchange products, and custom-engineered equipment.

Job Description

The Area Manager leads a team of Account Managers within a designated territory to develop new business and retain and grow existing customers. The Area Manager demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals and objectives, and developing a strategic plan for their team to ensure the business targets are met.

Responsibilities:

Lead a team of chemical water treatment professionalsExhibit technical excellence in chemical water treatment and the ability to train and coach othersDemonstrate a strong business acumen for commercial successConsistently meet and exceed annual revenue targets and other key metricsaround Margin, Price, Profitability, Market Share, Account retention and Base CostEnsure that customer satisfaction, service excellence and account retention is achieved through the implementation of Value Generation Plans, PnPs, ROEs, business reviews, VDA’s and execution on customer metrics, needs and KPI’s.Support selling new business by working with the area team and the Industry Business Development Leaders to create strategic growth plans, based on Market Share Analysis and identified prospect needsHire, develop, coach and train the account management team with an individual development plan for each direct reportProvide and/or ensure back-up coverage for the account management teamExhibit effective interpersonal skills to develop strong relationships internally and externallyLeverage internal resources and interface with Commercial Operations, Technical Consultants, Product Applications, Business Development, Marketing, and other support functions.

QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience in the Chemical Water Treatment Field with Leadership experienceB.S. Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), Biology, or Chemistry; OR Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 5 years of experience in Water treatment and Leadership experienceAbility to deliver strong commercial resultsStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and inclusive leadership skillsKnowledge and experience in customer Industries (HPI, CPI, Power, F&B, C&I, etc.)Ability to deliver timely feedback to mentor team to achieve desired impactAbility to reward and recognize individual and team achievementsAbility to prioritize multifaceted, fast paced job tasksAbility to effectively manage time and budget or expense parameters

Additional Information

 Other:

This position will be based from home with frequent travels to customer site(s)Overnight travel as requiredFleet company vehicle will be provided, full driver’s license required

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.