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Sales Associate

Sales Associate

Applied BioplasticsPune, India
28 days ago
Job description

Job Title : Sales Associate

Applied Bioplastics is an American startup working to mass-produce affordable, biobased plastics

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 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 role

requires an accomplished seller of polymers and a growth-oriented self-starter 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 / KNOWLEDGE

  • 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, Monday.com).
  • 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.
  • MOTIVATIONAL / CULTURAL 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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