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Salaryrange €48,000-54,000 /yr NET + bonus + car
- LocationRomania
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IndustryChemicals / PetroChemical / Plastic / Rubber
South-East Europe (covering Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia)
Hybrid role with frequent regional travel (60%+)
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead business development for engineering/compound polymers across Bulgaria, Serbia, and Romania via a dedicated distributor (indirect channel)
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Promote and sell high-performance materials including PEEK, PPS, PBT, PA (polyamide), POM, PSU, LCPs
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Build and grow a customer base, especially in underdeveloped markets like Bulgaria and Serbia
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Expand sales within an already established client base in Romania
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Maintain a balanced focus between acquiring new customers and growing existing accounts (approx. 50/50)
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Offer technical guidance on product selection and blending for customer-specific applications
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Represent a global distributor’s product portfolio across the region
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Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify strategic opportunities
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Collaborate with product and marketing teams to align sales efforts with broader goals
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Track sales performance, generate reports, and forecast revenue trends
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Ensure compliance with internal policies and uphold professional and ethical sales practices
Must-Have Qualifications:
Engineering degree - (ideally chemical /plastics, petro-chemical, minning) is a must have!
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Experience in selling engineering or compound polymers, mixing them via indirect channel and with minimum one region (Ro/Bg/Se) with an open mind to expand via more countries, in future
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Solid understanding of at least two advanced materials such as PEEK, PPS, PBT, PA, POM, PSU, or LCPs
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Familiarity with their industrial applications in sectors like automotive or electronics
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Proven track record in B2B sales within South-East Europe minimum one of the designed countries , as above
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field
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Strong communication and negotiation skills
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Fluent in English; knowledge of local languages is a plus
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Willing to travel extensively across the assigned markets
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Commercial awareness and ability to consult technical buyers
Preferred Experience:
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Exposure to distributor-side sales or partnership management
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Knowledge of technical product blending and material compatibility
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Strong use of CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
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Capability to turn customer needs into tailored product offerings
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Open mind, flexible, ready with new idea and solutions.
Benefits & Perks:
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Hybrid work setup with an extensive possiblity to work remotely, as well
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Company vehicle provided
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Meal allowance
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Private medical insurance
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Holiday bonuses and other benefits and bonus tbd.