Sales Director
Make a +Difference at Kraton!
At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Sales team at our Almere location. Join our cutting-edge team at Kraton, a leading innovator in specialty polymers solutions. As we continue to expand our presence in the market, we’re seeking a dynamic Sales Director to lead our Sales Team to new heights.
As the Sales Director for our specialty polymers business, you will be at the forefront of driving revenue growth and market expansion. You'll lead a talented team of sales professionals, guiding them with your strategic vision, exceptional people management skills, and a relentless drive for success. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, dynamic industry, while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field.
The EMEA Sales director Specialty Polymer is the leader of the EMEA Specialty Polymers sales team and is responsible for growing the Kraton Specialty Polymer business in the region. Core aspects of the job are maximizing value through pricing & volume strategies, identifying, and driving customer application development projects and developing close customer relationships.
The EMEA sales Director works very closely with the R&D, Strategic Marketing & Product Management, Supply Chain and Operation functions in the company to manage and grow the Specialty Polymers business in the region.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Growth Strategy:
Customer Relationships:
Pricing:
Innovation:
Forecast and Product Allocation:
People management:
Required Skills
What we Offer
Education, Certifications & Licenses
Bachelors’ degree (or equivalent) required
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Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.