Junior Sales Associate

Summary/ObjectiveThe Junior Sales Associate will play a key role in supporting the North American business team and contributing to growth in both new and existing markets. Through extensive hands-on training at our manufacturing sites and ongoing mentorship from experienced sales professionals, the Junior Sales Associate will gain a deep understanding of our products, capabilities, and customer landscape before transitioning into active field engagement.In this role, you will help expand the company's presence within the OEM and fabrication channels, strengthen relationships with customers, and identify new applications for our diverse product portfolio. Our materials serve a wide range of industries-including chemical processing, semiconductors, aviation, orthopedics, outdoor recreation, signage, furniture, and marine-offering a unique opportunity to learn how performance plastics enable innovation across markets.The ideal candidate is curious, motivated, and ready to collaborate across commercial, technical, and operational teams. You will contribute to market research, business planning, and opportunity development while learning how to translate customer needs into actionable strategies. As part of a highly engaged and growth-oriented team, you will help support initiatives that diversify our market presence and drive long-term profitable growth.Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Key ResponsibilitiesExtensive training and development to understand the business, our capabilities, and marketsProspecting and qualifying leads with the sales teamPipeline management: follow new opportunities, provide accurate reporting, and ensure alignment with the budgetMarket research: conduct an analysis of current and potential markets, industry trends, and competitive landscapeEngage and build relationships within the organization and the performance plastics industryMake joint calls with the North American sales teamPrepare data for each new market to include: size of market, go to market plan, product positioning strategy, SWOT Analysis, growth projections, value proposition, list of key customers & contacts along the value chain: end users, OEM's, designers, tier suppliers, thermoformersParticipate and drive SIMONA presence at key trade shows, trade associations and trade mediaIdentify and develop a new business pipeline to support the company goals to double the business in 5 yearsProvide direction and strategy for new products and solutions for the new markets identifiedCollaborate with marketing, R&D, product development, innovation team and production operationsParticipate in price strategy development considering competitive landscapeQualifications and SkillsBS or BA minimum required in sales, business or technical or equivalentProficient in English, other European languages a plusStrong presentation skillsSales, technical or thermoplastics industry experience a plus2-4 years of professional work experience a plusAbility to use CRM, Microsoft Suite ProductsCompetenciesMust be an engaged team player, willing to work with multiple cultures as well as the business and strategy leaders of the companyMust have the ability to quickly analyze the market and our products to develop a plan for business growthMust have strong interpersonal and communication skillsMust be self-motivated, dynamic and action-oriented, determined to develop business and achieve sales growth targetsTravel RequiredTravel expected: 50%Supervisory ResponsibilityNo supervisory responsibilities for this position.Work EnvironmentThis job is performed in an office setting.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time salary exempt position. Hours of work are general Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day. 40 hours per week. Some overtime is expected.AAP/EEO StatementSIMONA AMERICA Group is an Equal Opportunity EmployerOther Duties