Technical Account Manager

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertStart your career journey with Univar SolutionsHere you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.The Technical Account Manager - Personal Care Ingredients in coordination with Commercial Account Manager is responsible for the sales, promotion, maintenance and development of clients in their assigned area and sector, specifically focusing on the technical aspects of the sales process.What you ´ll do:Develop effective existing relationships with clients and actively seek new product opportunitiesPrepare technical presentations on cosmetic formulations for the client's R&D departmentProvide technical support to the client's R&D departmentVisit clients for high-profit projects, building relationships and technical reliabilityFollow the sales cycle (proposals, samples, visits, etc.)Proactively develop new leads and monitor competitive activityRepresent suppliers and effectively exchange market information among key business partners, maintaining compliance standardsContinuously monitor the market by mapping technological innovations, regulatory updates, and relevant legislationKeep the CRM system updated, generating "Target Business Opportunities" to ensure growthOther related dutiesWhat you ´ll need:Experience in technical sales providing support to Personal Care customers or experience in R&D formulating for the Personal Care industry and willing to start in sales.Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry and Technology, or a related chemical fieldKnowledge of practical application in cosmetic formulationUnderstanding of principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment for designing and producing various cosmetic goodsKnowledge of the personal care market and relevant raw materialsExcellent communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts at an appropriate levelStrong goal-oriented mindsetHigh motivation, willingness to take initiative, curiosity, enthusiasm, open-mindedness, and ability to work in both local and international contextsWillingness to travelExcellent Knowledge of EnglishWhere you ´ll work:Hybrid opportunity.Candidates in Milan and close cities will be considered.Territory to cover: Lombardia Region with focus in Milan.Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planetWe offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing .Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safeWe are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.#J-*****-Ljbffr