Materials Market Development Associate

Location: Remote (must be near a major airport) 

Travel: Up to 70% overnight travel

Training: At ACCI facilities in Linden, NJ, and Harrisonville, MO 

ACCI Specialty Materials:
ACCI Specialty Materials is a high-performance materials company specializing in high performance additives for various industries, including Personal Care, Electronics, Automotive, Adhesives, and Composites. We are committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. 

Job Description: ACCI Specialty Materials is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales/Market Development Specialist to join our team. This role involves extensive travel, market development, and identifying new market opportunities for our products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry or polymers and proven sales experience. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Identify and develop new market opportunities in non-established territories.
• Work closely with the management team to create strategies for market entry.
• Engage with existing and potential customers to identify their needs and requirements.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of ACCI's thermoset materials and personal care ingredients.
• Commercialize new applications and product opportunities.
• Prepare financial and operational estimates based on customer discussions and records.
• Report on customer practices and provide continuous market/customer feedback to Product Development.
• Provide input on product pricing, positioning, and competitive analysis.
• Interact with customers primarily in person, via phone, or email.

Requirements: 

• Minimum of a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Materials, Chemical Engineering or Polymers.
• At least 1-2 years of previous sales experience in a related field.
• Strong understanding of the Adhesives, Electronics, Composites, and/or Specialty Chemical industries or Personal Care.
• Ability to work remotely and independently, with supervision in a remote manner.
• Must be located near a major airport to facilitate travel requirements.
• Willingness to travel up to 70% of the time, including international travel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits: At ACCI Specialty Materials, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth: 

• Company-paid health care, vision, and dental benefits
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) coverage
• Profit-sharing plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Remote work flexibility (when not traveling)

These benefits are designed to contribute to your work-life balance and overall job satisfaction, even with the demanding travel schedule. 

Training: The selected candidate will undergo several months of training at our facilities in Linden, NJ, and Harrisonville, MO, to gain a comprehensive understanding of our products and processes. 

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to careers@ac-catalysts.com. Please include "Sales/Market Development Specialist Application" in the subject line of your email. We look forward to learning more about your qualifications and why you're interested in joining the ACCI Specialty Materials team. Join ACCI Specialty Materials and be part of a team that drives innovation and excellence in the specialty materials industry while enjoying a robust benefits package!