MAKE A +DIFFERENCE AT KRATON!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Sales team at our Almere location.
The Sales director is the functional leader of the sales team owning the development of growth oriented sales strategy and aligned resource plan with clearly defined performance targets. The Sales Director works collaboratively with business and functional leadership to define and drive business specific initiatives designed to maximize value through price/volume optimization, customer driven application projects, and leading the commercialization of new business within targeted markets.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 10+ years of commercial experience.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to sales team in accomplishing goals.
• Provide on the job opportunities for team members to develop the skills, competencies, abilities, that align with current and future results.
• Remove roadblocks and assist sales team in resolving issues.
• Establish a high performance healthy culture, hire people in alignment with our “hungry, humble, smart” culture, and develop and motivate the sales team in executing the strategic sales plan.
• Set goals for Sales Managers in coordination with the Regional Sales Leader.
• Develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each Sales Manager; review progress against goals and IDP’s, and provide feedback.
• Train, coach and develop Sales Managers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives
• Ensure adequately training sales staff and channel partners on Kraton compliance policies meet high standards of compliance.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Bachelors’ degree (or equivalent) required

What we offer

• A supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team of professionals in this field.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• The opportunity to make a real positive change in the industry by working on sustainable solutions.

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The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer