About the role
Are you a seasoned sales professional with deep technical insight into inks, dispersions, and printing technologies? We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven European Account Manager to lead and grow key customer relationships across Europe within the printing and inks sector. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in complex B2B environments, understands the science behind the products, and can translate technical value into commercial success. Your Role and Impact As European Account Manager, you will: Drive Strategic Growth: Expand existing accounts and identify new opportunities across Europe, consistently exceeding sales targets and KPIs Lead Customer Engagement: Build trusted, long-term partnerships with clients, acting as their primary point of contact and advocate Deliver Technical Solutions: Collaborate with R&D and technical teams to tailor solutions that address customer-specific challenges Shape Market Strategy: Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform product development and commercial strategy Negotiate with Confidence: Lead pricing and contract negotiations, ensuring sustainable and mutually beneficial agreements Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with marketing, product development, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless service delivery. What You Bring Proven Experience: At least 5 years in B2B sales or account management, ideally within inks, dispersions, printing, or related chemical industries. Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of ink formulations and their applications in printing, packaging, or textiles. Educational Background: Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, or a related field. Advanced qualifications are a plus. Multilingual Advantage: Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages (German, French, Spanish, or Italian) are highly valued. Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and managing complex customer portfolios. Mobility: Willingness to travel across Europe up to 60% of the time. Who You Are Relationship-driven and customer-focused, with a passion for sustainable solutions. A confident communicator who can influence stakeholders and navigate technical discussions. Resilient and adaptable, with a proactive mindset and a results-oriented approach. A brand ambassador who upholds company values and industry standards. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking team at the intersection of science and commerce, where your expertise will directly shape customer success and market impact.
About Lubrizol
Lubrizol is a global science-based company delivering sustainable specialty chemical solutions for mobility, well-being, and modern life, with a growing focus on biotechnology for skincare and medical applications.