Area Sales Manager - Remote

Overview

As an Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial development of the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas sales territory and surrounding region. You will manage and expand distribution structures while maintaining and strengthening direct customer relationships.

In Short

• Full responsibility for revenue development and sustainable growth within the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas region.
• Development, management, and expansion of distributor and end customer relationships.
• Identification and acquisition of new business opportunities and regional market potential.
• Ongoing support and development of existing customer accounts.
• Planning and execution of product demonstrations and customer trainings across the full product portfolio.
• Structured management of leads, prospects, and sales activities.
• Regular reporting and close coordination with the National Sales Manager.
• Representation of Koch-Chemie USA at customer appointments and regional industry activities.

Requirements

• Previous sales experience in automotive, chemical, or Paint, Body & Equipment (PBE) environments.
• Experience in route sales or chemical distribution is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Independent, structured, and goal-oriented working style.
• High level of customer orientation combined with commercial awareness.
• Ability to manage a geographically large sales territory efficiently.
• Confidence in handling administrative and reporting tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel extensively in your region.

Benefits

• A responsible sales position with direct impact on the growth of Koch-Chemie USA.
• Clear sales targets, structured territory planning, and defined development opportunities.
• Competitive base salary (twice a month) with monthly performance-based incentives.
• Company vehicle and company credit card.
• Paid product and on-the-job training.
• 10 days of PTO plus paid holidays.
• Additional incentive and recognition programs for high performers.
• A professional, international working environment with short decision-making paths.