Sales Representative

About Cobalt & Specialty Materials

Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore’s expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Umicore’s materials are at the heart of products we use every day such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints and tires. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals and reduce environmental impacts. To meet the demands of our customers we cannot stand still.

We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

As our Sales Representative, you will be driving growth of sales revenue in a designated area by prospecting new business and establishing new customers. Specifically, this will include:

• Contacting identified accounts via phone and in-person to develop customer relationships and facilitate sales;
• In consultation with the Commercial Director, propose pricing, recommend inventory programs and customer payment methodologies, and negotiate contracts;
• Complete special projects such as market and industry trend analyses;
• Interface with Customer Service, Purchasing, Compliance, and Shipping/Receiving to support efficient processing of orders, respond to customer needs, and fulfill orders in a timely manner;
• Participate in trade shows and industry conventions; and,
• Other duties as needed.

Our success is based on individuals who are ready to make the most of their skills and prepared to tackle any challenge they face. As well as excellent verbal and written communication skills, you should have:

• A degree in business or chemistry/related sciences;
• At least three years’ practical working experience in sales or marketing of industrial products;
• Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision, and
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining strong customer relationships with patience and persistence.

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds.

As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?

We offer an excellent benefits package, including health insurance options, vision insurance, dental insurance, company paid life insurance and short/long term disability insurance, voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, and a 401K Plan with employer matching and profit-sharing eligibility. Employees are also eligible for regular bonuses. We recognize 12 paid holidays per year and provide three weeks’ vacation plus paid sick time.

Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The facility is a Drug-Free Workplace, and pre-employment drug testing is required.

If you need assistance applying for this position, please email

IF OUR KNOW-HOW CAN PRODUCE COBALT SPECIALTY CHEMICALS FOR CERAMICS, IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD DO?