Account Manager (External) - Water Treatment

**Privacy Preference Center:****Your Role**We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven External Account Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of Water Treatment customers and products. The role focuses on maintaining existing business while driving sales margin growth through new customer acquisition and expanding product penetration within existing accounts.**Responsibilities*** Manage and develop existing customer accounts across the water treatment portfolio* Proactively identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities via a high level of outbound sales activity* Drive profitable growth through range selling and identifying new applications within customer sites* Develop a strong understanding of the water treatment product range and target markets* Build multi-level customer relationships, including purchasing, technical, and operational contacts* Handle objections effectively by using an inquisitive, needs-focused sales approach* Maintain the highest standards of administration, including: + Forward planning and scheduling of customer visits + Timely completion of follow-up actions + Accurate handling of customer requests* Maintain and update CRM records, tracking opportunities, projects, and pipeline conversion* Produce and submit monthly sales reports and pipeline updates* Work closely with the Sales Manager to assess and identify personal training and development needs**Key Relationships*** Close collaboration with Water Treatment commercial and technical teams* Regular interaction with Internal and External Account Managers* Coordination with cross-functional teams to support customer delivery**Your Profile*** Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to engage customers and close sales* Proven sales ability, with confidence in persuading and influencing decision-makers* Skilled in handling objections and resolving customer issues* Self-motivated and confident in taking ownership of workload and priorities* Comfortable working independently in a remote, field-based role* Knowledge of the water treatment industry is beneficial but not essential* Familiarity with CRM systems for managing customer data, sales pipelines, and opportunities**What We Offer*** Full-time, remote working role* Monday to Friday working pattern (37 hours per week)* Supportive team environment with access to commercial and technical expertise* Ongoing training and development opportunities Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.## Brenntag TA TeamBrenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety.Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution.As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.For more information, please visit
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