Technical Sales Representative (BASF-Chemetall)

Now hiring! Technical Sales Representative (ECT-Chemetall)

Mississauga, ON (Field based - Remote)

We are looking for a Technical Sales Representative (ECT-Chemetall) to join our Coatings team in Mississauga, ON and Greater Toronto Area. 

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Coatings division is a global expert in the development, production and marketing of innovative and sustainable automotive OEM and refinish coatings, decorative paints as well as applied surface treatments for metal, plastic and glass substrates in a wide range of industries. This portfolio is supplemented by "Beyond Paint Solutions", which enable new applications with innovative surfaces.

This position represents the Company by contacting established and prospective customers in an assigned territory for the purpose of selling Chemetall surface treatment chemicals. This individual will provide complete sales and service which ensures safe quality product performance while maximizing profitability within their assigned territory.

As a Technical Sales Representative (ECT-Chemetall), you create chemistry by...

• Understanding the business activities of accounts in the territory and applies knowledge of the customer’s internal operation to tailor sales presentations and sales proposals to the account’s specific needs.
• Managing territory profitability by reviewing territory contribution margins, providing margin improvement by product selection and optimum pricing.  Assuring that technology provided within the territory strengthens the company’s competitive position within the accounts.
• Developing a structured weekly call itinerary to optimize time management and ensure comprehensive coverage of territories based on industry, geography, and account potential, while engaging with both established and prospective customers to assess their needs and provide suitable product solutions aligned with the company's targeted business units.
• Selecting the process and the right material to solve customer cleaning, sanitation or surface treatment problems.
• Collaborating closely with customers to foster strong business relationships while actively maintaining communication regarding their service requirements.
• Providing information on new products, methods, techniques and other general information such as safety and disposal, while training customers and insuring proper and safe use of Chemetall materials.
• Improving technical knowledge of Chemetall materials through self-study and participation in professional societies.
• Maintaining records of the activities in the territory as required by management and those records necessary for successful performance (reporting competitive activities that impact sales in the territory, preparing and submitting call reports, exception reports, and in-plant service reports, as required).

If you have...

• A BS Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or Business is required. 
• Minimum of 2 years of relatable experience is required.
• B2B/outside industrial sales experience, in specialty chemical sales (surface treatment-paint pretreatments, wastewater treatments, metalworking fluids, etc.) preferred.
• An ability to make sales presentations and follow up with written proposals and manage customer contracts.
• Strong business acumen and excellent organization skills with sales planning.
• A customer acquisition mentality for new customer acquisition and continuous up-/cross-selling opportunities (customer support/account management).
• Technical consulting capabilities regarding products and processes; will learn and understand Chemetall product portfolio.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to deliver sales presentations and build and strengthen customer relationships.
• Travel for this position can be up to 50-60%, with occasional overnight travel within your territory. 
• Valid driver's license in good standing since a company car will be provided.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.  We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

About us

As the world’s leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2025 as one of Canada's Top Employers for eleventh consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the twelfth year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

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