Sales Manager - Catalysts . Ethylene | Middle East & Africa Olefins

Job ID: 40862 | Location: Manama, Manama, Bahrain

Drive business growth and market expansion for Clariant's catalysts used in ethylene processes across defined countries in the Middle East & Africa by combining commercial excellence with technical expertise. Develop strategic customer relationships, achieve revenue targets, and deliver comprehensive catalyst solutions to the petrochemical industry while contributing to digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (Master's preferred)
• 3-7 years in sales management within the chemical or petrochemical industry
• Proven track record in customer relationship management and deal negotiation
  
  

Technical & Skills

• Strong understanding of catalysts, ethylene processes, and reactor operations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and CRM software
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
  
  

Language & Other

• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel frequently across the region
• Digital-focused mindset and adaptability
  
  

Requirements

Language & Other

• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel frequently across the region
• Digital-focused mindset and adaptability
  
  

Our Offer

Your Contact

Adelaide D'Mello adelaide.dmello@clariant.com

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

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