Full-Time

Area Sales Manager

Posted on 8/19/2026

Deadline 8/26/26
SNF

SNF

1,001-5,000 employees

Manufactures water-soluble polymers for water treatment

No salary listed

Appleton, WI, USA

Remote

Bachelor's

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Inventory Management
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or an equivalent field is preferred; a bachelor's degree in Pulp and Paper Engineering or Paper Science is especially preferred, although significant relevant experience and proven capabilities may substitute for the degree.
  • Successful and progressive industry experience in sales or manufacturing of related products, especially leadership experience.
  • Ability to develop and grow sales and enhance the sales force's efforts in achieving company objectives.
  • Ability to use a team-leadership management style and support subordinates while gaining their cooperation and respect.
  • Knowledge and ability to generate sales opportunities and develop them through discovery and solution development.
  • Ability to generate, present, and navigate solution proposals.
  • Ability to design, coordinate, execute, and document chemical evaluations.
  • Ability to finalize business agreements integrating technical, commercial, and interpersonal aspects into stable business and defend and support that business indefinitely.
  • Business acumen and understanding of manufacturing, logistics, equipment, and financial aspects of the business.
  • Experience using financial controls, sales management, personnel development, and product application systems.
  • Ability to participate effectively in sales and business planning and make sound decisions to produce effective results.
  • Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
  • Manage a team of Sales, Application Engineers, and Technicians to sustain and grow business in the Wisconsin area.
  • Be accountable for an area consisting of two to ten accounts.
  • Assess and develop direct reports consistently.
  • Deploy a team to ensure all customer and company expectations are met for the assigned territory or projects, while assisting the team or owning one or more accounts directly.
  • Liaise and partner with the Regional Sales Manager to optimize resource use and maintain communication across business operations and the Equipment and AxTION teams.
  • Develop customer-agreed service plans with all major account managers.
  • Share subject matter expertise and best practices to support the company's continued and future success.
  • Provide occasional support for other company activities across the United States.
Desired Qualifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Confident, articulate, innovative, highly motivated, self-starting, high-energy, cooperative, and ethical approach.

SNF is a global leader in water-soluble polymers that help treat, recycle, preserve water, save energy, and reduce carbon footprint. Its products work by enabling flocculation, coagulation, rheology modification, and friction reduction to improve water treatment and industrial processes. SNF differentiates itself through its global scale, long history in soft chemistry, and a broad portfolio across many industries that supports water conservation and energy efficiency. The company's goal is to contribute to a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world and to grow by expanding its water-treatment offerings and innovations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

France

Founded

1978

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What believers are saying

  • SNF won ONGC's INR 547 crore Bechraji polymer injection project in March 2026.
  • Salalah phase two adds over 10,000 tonnes annually by Q4 2026.
  • SNF Oman targets 500 jobs and 87% Omanisation, strengthening local political support.

What critics are saying

  • Syensqo, Obsidian, and PfP integrations strain management through 2027.
  • Oilfield demand concentration ties revenue to ONGC, Permian, and GCC spending cycles.
  • Oman phase-two capacity needs Indian inputs, exposing SNF to logistics disruptions and margins.

What makes SNF unique

  • SNF dominates water-soluble polymers, then bought Syensqo Oil & Gas in January 2026.
  • Its 2026 Oman plant embeds manufacturing near GCC customers and mines.
  • SNF pairs chemistry with oilfield service infrastructure, including Obsidian and PfP acquisitions.

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Flexible Spending Accounts

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Life Insurance

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Company News

Oman Observer
May 25th, 2026
Salalah - A hub for advanced manufacturing, downstream industries.

Salalah - A hub for advanced manufacturing, downstream industries. Published: 9:51 AM, May 25, 2026 Muscat: Salalah is rapidly emerging as a strategic hub for advanced manufacturing and downstream industries. Backed by strong infrastructure, port connectivity and Oman Vision 2040's focus on industrial diversification and In-Country Value (ICV), the region continues to attract high-impact investments that strengthen local capabilities, create skilled employment opportunities and reinforce supply chain resilience. Aligned with Salalah's growing role as a strategic industrial and logistics gateway, SNF Oman's latest investment in polymer manufacturing at Raysut marks a significant step in advancing Oman's industrial diversification ambitions. The project is expected to strengthen local production capabilities, enhance supply chain resilience and accelerate ICV generation, while supporting the Sultanate's vision of becoming a regional hub for advanced manufacturing and downstream industries. As part of its long-term expansion strategy in the Sultanate, SNF Oman LLC has announced a major investment in a local polymer manufacturing plant in the Raysut Industrial Area, reinforcing the country's industrial growth and ICV objectives under Oman Vision 2040. "The project, operated through SNF Oman LLC, marks a significant step toward strengthening Oman's downstream industrial sector and positioning the Sultanate as a regional hub for advanced polymer technologies," said Christophe Rivas, Oil & Gas Director at SNF Oman LLC. Flavien Gathier, Engineering & EOR Director - VP O&G at SNF Oman LLC, said phase one operations commenced in January 2026 and currently focus on local polymer processing activities with an annual production capacity of around 6,000 metric tonnes. "The facility is expected to support growing domestic demand while improving supply chain resilience for key industrial sectors," he said. Ishaq Al Shaqsi, Business Development Manager at SNF Oman, said the project as an Omanisation rate of nearly 87 per cent and is expected to create close to 500 jobs for Omani citizens over the coming years. "As part of its workforce development programme, between 10 and 20 Omani engineers, supervisors and technicians will be sent to France for specialised technical training and skills enhancement during the initial phase." SNF Oman said the second phase of the project will upgrade the facility into a full-scale polymer manufacturing plant by the fourth quarter of 2026. The expansion is expected to add more than 10,000 metric tonnes annually in production capacity and further strengthen Oman's role in advanced polymer manufacturing for regional and international markets. Initially, the plant's products will cater to Oman's oil and gas and mining industries, sectors that increasingly rely on advanced polymer solutions for enhanced operational efficiency and enhanced oil recovery applications. The company also plans to expand exports to GCC markets and other international destinations in subsequent phases. SNF has already committed investments exceeding $100 million in Oman and plans to inject an additional $250 million over the next five to 10 years as part of its broader regional growth strategy. The company said raw materials and products will initially be sourced from the Indian market, adding that deliveries to prospective customers in Oman have so far been completed on schedule. Established in 2010, SNF Oman LLC operates under SNF Group, a leader in polyacrylamide-based polymers and enhanced oil recovery technologies used in the energy, mining, water treatment and industrial sectors. Oman Observer is now on the WhatsApp channel. Click here

MRT
Mar 30th, 2026
Permian Basin road safety group honors champions at annual awards.

Permian Basin road safety group honors champions at annual awards. By Mella McEwen, Oil Editor March 30, 2026 Best practices took center stage at the Permian Road Safety Coalition's fourth annual Road Safety Champions Award event. Keep Watching Watch More "This is a tremendous opportunity to recognize those making a positive difference," said Michael Smith, president and chief executive officer of the coalition. Article continues below this ad Speaking with the Reporter-Telegram, Smith said the event recognizes individuals, companies and programs - out of many trying to do the right thing - working to improve road safety. Hopefully, he added, the award recipients can inspire others to adopt best practices. Smith said he is pleased with the broad range of nominations for individuals, companies and programs who are moving the needle for road safety. Nominees ranged from heavy haul drivers and first responders to safety leaders. The year has gotten off to a good start in terms of road safety, Smith said, though "we are ever watchful." Article continues below this ad He said he is watching the latest developments in Winkler County, where there have been several incidents that claimed lives. And, he said, "the Midland-Odessa metropolitan area remains a struggle. PRSC will steer programming to Midland-Odessa in 2026, much like we did southeast New Mexico last year." PRSC Champions recognized at the event included: * The "No Need for Speed" Awards honored David Cody of Atlas Energy Solutions and Francine Paul of Fountainhead Logistics for their outstanding safe driving performance and consistent adherence to best practices on the road. * Leo Salgado, DOT Manager for SNF Oil and Gas, received the "Safe and Sound" Award, which recognizes health, safety and environmental professionals who have demonstrated a total commitment to road safety throughout their careers. * Dirk Kolnsberg, VP Enterprise QHS for Patterson-UTI Energy, received "The Extra Mile" Award for implementing impactful programs that have significantly improved safety performance within his organization and beyond. * Receiving the "Second to None" Award was Anthony Velasquez, AEMT, Operations Chief at Dell Valley EMS. This award recognizes a Permian Basin first responder who has gone above and beyond in service to our community. * Eric Lykins, PE, of the Texas Department of Transportation, received the "Front Seat Driver" Award for his leadership and commitment to improving roadway safety across the TxDOT Odessa District while serving as District Engineer. Article continues below this ad March 30, 2026 Oil Editor Mella McEwen is the oil editor for the Midland Reporter-Telegram.

PR Newswire
Aug 15th, 2025
SNF to Acquire Obsidian Chemical Solutions LLC

RICEBORO, Ga., Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SNF, the global leader in water-soluble polymers, today announced the acquisition of Obsidian Chemical Solutions LLC ("Obsidian"), a leading provider of specialty chemical solutions primarily for completion operations in the oil and gas industry.Based in Midland, Texas, Obsidian has grown rapidly to become a trusted solutions provider to the Permian Basin. The company offers one of the largest bulk storage capacities in the basin, along with a substantial manufacturing footprint. This acquisition will enable SNF to serve customers more quickly and efficiently with a broader portfolio, offering customized chemical formulations for stimulation, acidizing, drill-out, cementing, and produced water treatment—enhancing asset integrity and optimizing production."SNF Oil & Gas is committed to enhancing our infrastructure to meet customer service and product requirements. The acquisition of Obsidian Chemical Solutions LLC exemplifies our ongoing dedication to delivering innovative and customized solutions to the oil and gas industry," said Brian Satterfield, VP of SNF Oil and Gas.The integration timeline for Obsidian will be communicated in due course.About SNFSNF is a specialty chemical group based in Andrézieux, France, whose products contribute to treating, recycling, and preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF operates on all continents and employs 8,800 people worldwide, including 2,540 in the U.S

PR Newswire
Aug 5th, 2024
SNF Acquires PfP Industries, Ace Fluid

SNF, a global leader in water-soluble polymers, announced agreements to acquire PfP Industries and Ace Fluid Solutions, enhancing its offerings for the upstream oil and gas sector. PfP specializes in 'dry on the fly' and slurry friction reducers, while Ace excels in fluid management. These acquisitions will allow SNF to provide a diverse range of friction reducers and related products. Integration timelines will be communicated later.