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Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a Technical Sales Representative to join its industry leading ... Targeted accounts are within the Pulp and Paper industries * overnight travel required As a trusted ...

Sales Rep

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$55K - $90K/yr

Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer ... Achieves sales goals and executes sales plans within an assigned sales territory and/or account ...

Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer ... Achieves sales goals and executes sales plans within an assigned sales territory and/or account ...

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

SALES REP

Mcclellan, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer ... Achieves sales goals and executes sales plans within an assigned sales territory and/or account ...

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of experience in corrugated material or paper sales. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.

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How much do paper sales rep jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for paper sales rep in the United States is $76,681.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paper sales rep?

To thrive as a Paper Sales Rep, you need strong sales acumen, product knowledge about different types of paper, and preferably a background in business or marketing. Familiarity with CRM software, inventory management systems, and proficiency in using spreadsheets are commonly required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and resilience help build lasting client relationships and handle rejection effectively. These skills drive sales performance, foster client loyalty, and ensure the rep adapts to a competitive and evolving marketplace.

What is the difference between Paper Sales Rep vs Paper Customer Service Representative?

AspectPaper Sales RepPaper Customer Service Representative
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; sales experience often preferredHigh school diploma; customer service experience beneficial
Work EnvironmentField sales, client meetings, officeCall center, office, client support
Employer & Industry UsagePaper suppliers, distributors, manufacturing companiesPaper companies, distributors, retail support

The Paper Sales Rep focuses on selling paper products directly to clients, building relationships, and expanding sales. In contrast, the Paper Customer Service Representative handles client inquiries, order processing, and support after sales. Both roles require communication skills and industry knowledge but differ mainly in their focus on sales versus customer support.

What does a paper sales rep do?

A Paper Sales Representative is responsible for selling paper products to businesses, organizations, and sometimes individual consumers. They identify potential clients, present product options, negotiate prices, and manage ongoing customer relationships to ensure repeat business. Paper Sales Reps often work for paper manufacturers or distributors and must stay informed about industry trends and customer needs. Their role may also include attending trade shows, processing orders, and collaborating with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery.

What are some common challenges faced by a paper sales rep and how can they be overcome?

Paper Sales Reps often encounter challenges such as fluctuating market prices, competition from digital alternatives, and building long-term client relationships. To overcome these, successful reps stay updated on industry trends, offer value-added services, and focus on understanding each client's unique needs. Building trust through consistent communication, timely follow-up, and providing tailored solutions can help maintain and grow accounts, even in a competitive market.
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Infographic showing various Paper Sales Rep job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,681 per year, or $36.9 per hour.

Technical Sales Representative - Paper

Ecolab

Syracuse, NY • On-site

$93K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Ecolab rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

As the industry leader in water technology, we're growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world's most vital resource.

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a Technical Sales Representative to join its industry leading sales team. You'll be responsible for revenue and profit growth of programs and services in targeted accounts. Using a consultative sales approach, you'll build relationships with existing customers by executing system assurance programs that meet their key business needs. With strong account leadership, you'll also convert strategic competitive accounts and sell new technologies to current customers.

What's in it For You:

  • You'll join a growth company offering a competitive base salary, bonus structure and benefits

  • A company vehicle and cell phone

  • A long term, advancing career path in service, sales or management

  • Access to the industry's most innovative training programs

  • Support from a dedicated technical service team

  • A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection

  • Pride in working for a company that provides clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments

What You Will Do:

  • Generate and execute sales plans in existing customer base and in assigned competitively-held accounts, to meet profit increase goals.

  • Work closely with current and prospective customers to understand business needs and recommend continuous improvement and innovation plans that will maintain and grow sales

  • Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders within current and prospective customers, including plant or facility executives

  • Provide technical support to customers; identifying and resolving customer challenges, escalating as required

  • Engage in problem solving by performing system analysis, interpreting data and providing written recommendations to ensure customer operations are performing at optimal levels

  • Actively sell and support Nalco Water innovations and technology in assigned customers to promote long-term business relationships with Nalco Water

Territory/Location Information:

  • This position is based in Syracuse, NY

  • Territory covers about a 120 mile radius of the surrounding area

  • Targeted accounts are within the Pulp and Paper industries

  • <25%overnight travel required

As a trusted partner, your customers will rely on you for their success. Nalco Water is committed to seeing you succeed and provides innovative training programs to ensure you're prepared to solve any customer problem.

Training programs are held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL; travel is arranged and paid for by Nalco Water. Based on your skill level and experience, topics covered may include technology, product, service, business and industry acumen, direct coaching and mentoring, sales management and leadership, classroom training and certifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Three years of technical sales or field sales support experience

  • Possess a valid Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, industrial) or life sciences (biology, chemistry, etc.)

  • Water treatment or specialty chemical industry experience

  • Working knowledge of OR operations, wet end chemistry, pulp mill operations>

About Nalco Water:

In a world with increasing water shortage and contamination challenges, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water each year. We work with customers across the world in the light industry (institutional, food & beverage, transportation and manufacturing), heavy industry (chemical, power and primary metals industries), paper and mining operations to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Nalco Water provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The total Compensation range for this position is $93,800-$140,600 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.


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About Ecolab

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Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Paul, MN, US

Year founded

1923