Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 US Best Managed Company, recognized five years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.
Location: Based in Alberta, Canada
We are seeking an experienced and driven Manager, Sales – Pulp & Paper to lead commercial efforts within the pulp and paper market. This role is based in Alberta, Canada and includes regular travel. The successful candidate will be both a strategic sales leader and a hands‑on people manager, overseeing a small technical support team.
Key Responsibilities Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and market share within the pulp and paper industry.
Manage and expand relationships with key customers, serving as a trusted commercial partner.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports: Service Technician and a Support Engineer
Support and perform standard work as required to ensure secure and effective treatment programs, generate weekly and monthly reports, maintain inventory, order materials, equipment uptime
Collaborate closely with operations, service, and engineering teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
Monitor sales performance,



forecast demand, and report on key metrics.
Identify new business opportunities, market trends, and competitive activity.
Support customer visits, trials, and technical discussions as needed.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven sales leadership experience, preferably 5+ years within pulp & paper, industrial manufacturing, or a related technical industry.
Prior experience as a people manager with demonstrated ability to develop and motivate employees.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to work effectively with engineering and service teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry 50 pounds.
Self-confidence to support persuasion and sales efforts.
What We Offer Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
Generous paid time off including: vacation, sick days, and floating holidays
Competitive base salary with bonus potential
Company vehicle provided for travel convenience
The expected compensation range for this position is between $96,880.00 and 129,170.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
Solenis provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process, and invites candidates to let us know about their accommodation needs.
Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.



Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome, and will be considered without regard to any ground protected by human rights legislation, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, and disability. Solenis provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process, and invites candidates to let us know about their accommodation needs.
Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Regulatory Disclosure This posting is for an existing vacancy. We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

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📌 Key Account Manager - Pulp & Paper (Alberta) (New Brunswick)
🏢 1700 Solenis Canada ULC
📍 New Brunswick