Chemist - Technical Solutions Representative

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The primary function of the Inside Technical Solutions Representative (TSR) function is to support and provide support for the Inside Sales and New Business Development sales teams (Chemicals and Distribution) in profitably growing our product lines. Common markets the TSR would support may include: solvents, inorganics, oxides, process aids, silicones, surfactants, oxides, additives/modifiers, polymer resins, and many others. This is done by establishing Univar as a credible technical resource, finding opportunities to uniquely address customer needs, and enabling the organization to sell value.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Research and respond to technical questions presented by sales staff for new and prospective customers – this includes providing technical off sets and counseling on appropriate products for end use applications.

Collaborate across Univar Solutions with departments including Product Management, Field ADS, various laboratory associates and supplier technical contacts and sales associates

Document all sales interactions in Salesforce.com, including activities.

Attend trainings by suppliers and industry representatives to maintain product line knowledge and technical resources

Perform other related tasks

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

High School diploma or GED required

Bachelor s degree in Chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, or similar (minimum)

2+ years in technical role

Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to develop strong, successful business relationships with customers as well as internal teammates.

Able to expand technical knowledge across multiple Chemistries.

Experience with Microsoft Suite as well as CRM platforms such as Salesforce.com

Ability to handle time and resources efficiently to achieve goals.

Strong business insight, including an understanding of the business relationship between manufacturers, distributors and end-users of chemical products and services.

Well-honed listening and problem-solving skills to uncover needs and motivations to overcome objections in order provide the services and/or products that best fit the customer’s needs.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK:

Dublin, OH. Hybrid role (twice a week in the office).

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 team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We 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 safe!

We 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.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.