Junior Sales Representative - Polymers
About the job
- Fluency in German, Dutch, and English is required.
- A bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Chemistry, or a related field is preferred.
- Recent university graduates or candidates with 1–2 years of sales or commercial experience are encouraged to apply.
- Previous experience in polymers, plastics, chemicals, or B2B sales is advantageous but not required.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are required.
- A confident, outgoing personality, professional presence, and commercial aptitude are required.
- A highly motivated, competitive, results-oriented approach and strong work ethic are required.
- A proactive approach to prospecting, customer acquisition, and pursuing new business opportunities is required.
- Resilience, persistence, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage rejection are required.
- Strong organizational skills, initiative, and willingness to learn are required.
- Willingness to travel regularly within Northern Europe is required.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, networking, and customer visits.
- Promote and sell commodity polymers, primarily polypropylene and polyethylene, to manufacturers, converters, and industrial customers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate products and commercial solutions.
- Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and close sales opportunities.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and pricing developments to identify commercial opportunities.
- Develop and maintain an active sales pipeline to achieve established sales targets.
- Collaborate with internal purchasing, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Travel throughout assigned markets to develop business and strengthen customer relationships.
- Previous experience in polymers, plastics, chemicals, or B2B sales is an advantage but not required.
About the company
Vinmar International specializes in global marketing, distribution, and project development for plastics and chemicals. It helps leading producers and customers connect by providing tailored business solutions, including sales, logistics, and project management across a network of more than 50 offices serving over 100 countries. How it works: Vinmar coordinates between suppliers and buyers, leveraging its experienced sales teams, logistics capabilities, and project development services to move products from creation to end-use. How it differs: with 40+ years in the industry and a wide geographic footprint, Vinmar emphasizes customized, end-to-end solutions rather than manufacturing its own products, enabling efficient market access and supply chain management for clients. Its goal is to create value for both producers and users by delivering reliable market access, optimized logistics, and practical project support globally.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
1978
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- TA’ZIZ will supply Vinmar over 300,000 tonnes yearly of EDC and PVC for seven years.
- Dangote’s May 2025 polypropylene export partnership expands Vinmar’s reach beyond Africa.
- Vinmar’s August 2026 oversubscribed credit line signals banker confidence and working-capital capacity.
What critics are saying
- Vinmar’s August 2026 borrowing-base facility ties growth to inventory and receivables funding.
- TA’ZIZ’s 2028 startup delays would postpone Vinmar’s PVC and EDC volumes for years.
- Petrochemical trading margins stay brutally thin; one bad cycle can crush returns and liquidity.
What makes Vinmar International unique
- Vinmar spans 130 countries and 58 offices, giving unmatched petrochemical market access.
- Vinmar closes long-term offtakes, like TA’ZIZ’s $1.79 billion agreements on May 5, 2026.
- Vinmar combines distribution with financing, including an $800 million facility on August 7, 2026.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Disability Insurance