About this role
<p><span style="color:#000000">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 </span><a href="https://www.kemira.com/company/careers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color:#000000">www.kemira.com/careers</span></a><span style="color:#000000">. </span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We are seeking a <strong>Technical Sales Representative</strong> for the Americas region. This role</span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> will be responsible for promoting and selling Kemira products, applications and services to current customer account(s) and identifying new sales opportunities to achieve revenue and margin targets and facilitating technical sales support. </span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">This is a remote position located in the Longview/Vancouver area of Washington state. </span></span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Your responsibilities will include:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">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.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Establishing a business plan with goals and objectives for sales and profits to new and </span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">existing business</span></span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Providing customer with timely service reports</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Communicating mill requirements/opportunities</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Providing attention to customer needs and identifying new sales opportunities</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Monitoring Kemira product and service quality, and addressing issues</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Resolving customer concerns to customer’s satisfaction</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Maintaining sales information systems and expense reporting systems in a timely and </span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">accurate manner</span></span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Attending appropriate industry conferences and assigned company meetings</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Developing technical and sales skills by participating in and completing, company approved training programs.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Available for customer phone consults evenings and weekends.</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">What you’ll bring to the team:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">B.S. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and/ or related field, or equivalent industry experience</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">3-5+ years’ of industrial sales experience</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Excellent knowledge of the pulp and paper process</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Knowledge of Kemira and customer HSE and Process Safety regulatory requirements</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Valid driver’s license and safe driving record in assigned geography </span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">What you can expect from us:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Work with a global company that is committed to innovation, cares for people and dedicated to customer success.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Opportunity for personal and professional growth</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Attractive benefits package compensation</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A multicultural and positive working environment</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">The starting salary range for consideration for this position is <strong>$100,000 to $130,000 per year</strong> with opportunities for performance-based bonuses. The actual starting salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant employment history & experience, skill set/competencies, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid time off, life/disability insurance and a 401k retirement plan (which includes a company match). </span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!</strong> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Please apply with CV no later than April 30, 2026 at Kemira.com/careers.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><em>Kemira is an equal opportunity employer. </em></strong></span></p><p>Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water-intensive industries. We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water treatment companies and the fiber industry. Our solutions and services help secure clean water for millions of people every day and support our customers in advancing circularity and responsible resource use throughout their value chains. In 2025, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.8 billion with a global team of 4,911 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. <a href="http://www.kemira.com" target="_new">www.kemira.com</a></p> <p> </p>