Polymer Sales Associate

3 days ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India Applied Bioplastics Full time

JOB TITLE:
Polymer Sales Associate

COMPANY SUMMARY

Applied Bioplastics is an American startup working to mass-produce affordable, biobased plastic solutions using natural fibers in both conventional and biobased polymers. We are building the future of sustainable materials and are looking for a driven sales professional to join our growing team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Polymer Sales Associate is responsible for driving sales of Applied Bioplastics' polymer solutions, with a focus on securing offtake agreements and building long-term customer relationships.
This position is suited for an
early-career professional (1–3 years of polymer sales experience)

who is motivated to develop within a fast-growing company and contribute to expanding our market presence. This role requires a self-starter with strong initiative who can independently identify opportunities, engage prospects, and close deals with minimal reliance on the founders or technical experts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Execution


• Present, promote, and sell Applied Bioplastics' polymers using research, insight, and customer-focused solutions.


• Negotiate and close offtake agreements (letters of intent and/or purchase orders).


• Maintain and grow existing customer accounts.

Customer Engagement


• Conduct cost-benefit and needs analyses for potential and current customers.


• Research and qualify leads; engage via cold calling, email, and LinkedIn.


• Resolve customer issues quickly and effectively to maximize satisfaction.


• Build and sustain strong business relationships at all levels.

Reporting & Collaboration


• Achieve agreed-upon sales targets and outcomes within deadlines.


• Coordinate with team members and other departments to support sales efforts.


• Provide management with regular reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitor activities, and opportunities for new products.


• Stay current on best practices, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.


• Continuously improve sales skills through feedback and training.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE


•
1–3 years' experience in polymer or materials sales
, with a proven track record of strong performance (consistently among the top performers); polyolefin sales experience a plus.


• Demonstrated experience in executive-level sales to large and/or global companies.


• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, polymers, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience (5+ years) also considered.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES


• Strong technical selling skills and executive presence.


• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities.


• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, ).


• Highly motivated, target-driven, and customer-service oriented.


• Exceptional prioritization, time management, and organizational skills.


• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and openness to feedback.

CULTURAL & MOTIVATIONAL FIT


• Passion for technology and innovation.


• Results-driven mindset with resilience under pressure.


• Commitment to sustainability and making a positive environmental and social impact.

JOB TYPE:
Full-time

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