Sales Representative - Ion Chromatography

Metrohm USA, the North American division of Metrohm AG (Herisau, Switzerland), is a world leader in precision instruments and solutions for chemical analysis. We are seeking an Ion Chromatography Sales Representative to lead and grow our customer base in Louisiana, Mississippi, southwest Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida, ideally based in the New Orleans, LA area.

About the role

This remote position with travel covers a high-potential territory including pharma, chemicals, polymers, petrochemicals, personal care, and food/beverage industries. You will develop and manage your own sales territory focused on ion chromatography (IC) solutions, driving the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing to exceed growth targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage your own sales territory focused on IC solutions.
• Drive the full sales cycle—from prospecting to closing—to exceed growth targets.
• Cultivate strong customer relationships in sectors such as pharma, chemicals, polymers, petrochemicals, personal care, and food/beverage.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to tailor solutions and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Deliver compelling presentations and product demos to both technical and executive audiences.
• Identify ways to streamline the sales process and maximize revenue.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities to ensure consistent growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field.
• 3+ years of experience in technical sales, preferably to analytical laboratories.
• Hands-on knowledge or sales experience with IC equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Familiarity with structured sales methodologies (e.g., Miller Heiman) is a plus.
• Industry knowledge in pharma, chemicals, polymers, cosmetics, or related fields.
• Must pass a background check, education/employment verification, drug screening (including marijuana), and have an insurable driving record.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, personal days)

A supportive culture that values your ideas and empowers your success.