Applications Project Manager - Microbiological Control

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

As an Applications Project Manager, you will be a Microbiological Control expert supporting the North American sales team with technical assistance, training, defense, and new business opportunities.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Functions of the Job

• Collaborate and support business opportunities
• Provide field support for customer applications and troubleshooting
• Contribute to new product development and portfolio expansion
• Lead training sessions and develop technical materials for internal and external audiences
• Manage trial reporting and related communications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred - Science and/or Engineering; or equivalent relevant industry experience. 

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Experience

• 7-10+ years of industry experience, with a strong background in value sales, business fundamentals, and influencing skills
• Expertise in managing chemical applications, project planning, and troubleshooting complex situations
• Proven ability to execute marketplace initiatives, manage multiple projects, and make decisions balancing customer needs and company goals
• Strong customer service, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence others
• Demonstrated technical leadership and collaboration with global teams across Applications, Marketing, and Commercial functions

Sub-Market Specialty Experience

• Strong understanding of the MB Control Market
• Very knowledgeable of MB specialty chemical programs and their application
• Excellent familiarity with various types of deposits: composition, possible sources, and how best to address/manage them
• Extensive understanding and experience in MB Control across all areas of papermaking and wastewater treatment, including troubleshooting operational problems
• Familiarity with MB digital solutions

Knowledge

• MB product line knowledge and general industry knowledge
• Sensitive to new business opportunities and strategy to gain
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels within the organization
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) plus data mining software
• Product to market delivery
• History of excelling with EHSQ&PR

Travel Requirement (percent of time spent traveling for work)

• Expected travel to be 50% - may be higher or lower at certain times of the year depending on demand

General Work Environment

• Frequent travel to customer industrial sites, both indoors and outdoors, with potential exposure to temperature extremes
• Ability to stand for extended periods and climb multiple levels of stairs
• Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude beneficial
• Use of required safety equipment, including hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, gloves, and H2S monitor
• Frequent automobile and/or air travel, with proximity to a national airport preferred; remote work when not traveling

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

The expected compensation range for this position is between $117,675.00 and $164,745.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.