Area Manager - Industrial Water Treatment

• Full-time
• Contract type:
  Standard

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

We re seeking an experienced Area Manager in CSM to lead a team of skilled Account Managers who serve as trusted technical advisors to customers across diverse industries. You ll be more than a sales leader – you ll be a strategic business partner developing high-performing teams while delivering advanced chemical water and process treatment solutions in X industry that improve energy and water sustainability, optimize profitability, and enhance asset protection.

• Team Leadership:
  Hire, coach, develop, and lead a team of Account Managers specializing in Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater, Memchem, and Process Applications
• Technical Excellence:
  Demonstrate expertise in chemical water and process treatment applications and coach your team in technical competency and problem-solving skills
• Strategic Growth:
  Drive revenue growth by leading targeted sales campaigns and securing new, recurring, profitable business opportunities for consistent year-over-year growth
• Value Creation:
  Implement Account Management Excellence Program including Service Plans, Value Generation Plans, and Business Reviews to demonstrate measurable customer value
• Performance Management:
  Achieve annual revenue targets and key metrics around margin, pricing, profitability, and account retention
• Business Development:
  Collaborate on strategic growth plans and maintain healthy sales funnels across your team s territories
• Safety Excellence:
  Ensure team works safely at all times, following all EHS policies and procedures

Education & Experience:

Bachelor s Degree, or equivalent, in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Engineering/Technologist (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), highly preferred. Or minimum 15+ years of direct experience in the field and water treatment industry can also qualify, high school education is required.

Chemical water and process treatment experience

5+ years of leadership experience with demonstrated success in team development, revenue growth, and customer relationship building

Experience with consultative selling and technical solution development

A full valid driver s license and willingness to travel (a learner s permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify)

Key Characteristics:

Leadership excellence with proven ability to hire, develop, and lead technical teams

Strong coaching skills and inclusive leadership approach

Deep knowledge of customer industries (HPI, CPI, Power, F&B, C&I and more) with strong business acumen

Excellent communication and relationship building abilities

Superior time management and prioritization skills in fast-paced environments

Ability to recognize team achievements and foster collaborative environments

Openness to continuous learning and professional development

Build and lead a high-performing team of Account Managers who excel in technical competency and customer service

Achieve area revenue and margin targets while maintaining strong account retention

Develop team members who can independently manage complex customer relationships and technical solutions

Drive market share growth through strategic planning and competitive business wins

Foster an inclusive team environment that supports continuous learning and professional development

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