Sales Officer - Chemical Raw Materials

About the role

The company is looking for a Sales Executive / Business Development Executive with strong experience in chemical raw material sales and a solid understanding of the ink, paint, coatings and chemical industries. The role involves selling solvents, resins, intermediates and related products to industrial B2B customers, mainly based in Karachi.

Key responsibilities

• Sell chemical raw materials including solvents, resins, intermediates and related products to industrial B2B customers.
• Develop new business opportunities across the chemical, paint, ink, coatings, packaging, printing and allied industries.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers while developing new accounts.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.
• Prepare quotations, pricing and costing.
• Achieve monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and new product developments.
• Coordinate with internal teams for smooth order processing and deliveries.
• Follow up on customer payments and support debt recovery where required.
• Conduct market research and identify new products, industries and business opportunities.
• Travel within Karachi and as required for customer visits.

Required profile

• 3-5 years of experience in chemical raw material sales, preferably in ink, paint, coatings or solvents.
• Experience in B2B and B2C industrial sales.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Marketing, Sales or a related field preferred.
• Self-motivated, target-oriented and able to work independently under pressure; presentable and confident.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of solvents such as IPA, alcohols and related chemicals.
• Strong sales, communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to acquire new customers, retain clients and handle payment recovery.
• Basic understanding of paint/ink formulations is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM and sales software.