Technical Sales & Service Representative
Akzo Nobel

Job Info

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AkzoNobel has a passion for paint. We're experts in the proud craft of making paints and coatings, setting the standard in color and protection since 1792. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. Headquartered in the Netherlands, we are active in over 150 countries and employ around 34,500 talented people who are passionate about delivering the high-performance products and services our customers expect.In North America, we've been producing innovative, high-performance coatings since 1888. Today, you can find AkzoNobel's products supporting industries ranging from aerospace to consumer electronics, infrastructure, transportation, home décor, furniture and marine vessels. With a regional headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee, AkzoNobel's North America operation includes 3,500 employees at more than 30 manufacturing sites, technology labs and business offices. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform all duties and activities in line with company safety and code of conduct standards
• Manage and grow business with existing and new customers
• Formulation of colors and minor modifications to improve product performance and runnability on finish line
• Establish positive relationship with customers through technical consultation and problem solving
• Meet company driver requirements for operation of company vehicle
• Manage daily orders and keep customers informed of changes
• Provide continual forecast of volumes and products for customer base
• Maintain and update all activities in CRM
• Monitor and report all formal customer complaints and ensure all complaints are managed to completion
• Perform product tests/trials and audits on customer finish lines
• Ensure products are tested to meet performance standards and customer expectations
• Assist customers in inventory management within prescribed lead times
• Assist and support local team as needed to meet customer needs
• Assist with support in lab with applications and problem solving
• Maintains a professional and positive attitude
• Participate in all required trainings, meetings and trades shows
• Ability to lift 50-70 lbs. occasionally

Education & Experience

• Experience in industrial wood coatings finish and application.
• Bachelors Degree or technical degree with at least 3-5 years experience in chemistry, coatings formulation, and/or industrial wood finishing

AkzoNobel is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable laws, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Requisition ID: 12079

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Nearest Major Market: Salem

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