Hydrite

Water Treatment

ProductApplicationsManagerWaterTreatment

Reston, Virginia, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Product Applications Manager – Water Treatment at Hydrite. Skills: wastewater technical service, technical expertise, product line strategy and development, product lifecycle and profitability management, cross-functional collaboration. Lead the wastewater technical service function. Partner closely with Water and Manufactured Solutions sales teams to deliver expert support”

What You'll Achieve.

deliver expert support; drive new business growth; protect existing accounts; advance Hydrite’s vision to be the most trusted, respected, and sought-after provider of solutions that ensure customer success; optimize customer solutions; meet evolving application needs; ensure accuracy and accessibility of the Water Treatment Product Resource Master; optimize inventory levels; reduce costs; enhance product performance; deliver seamless support; strengthen customer value propositions; deliver responsive and high-impact technical support; ensuring high-quality service to both internal and external customers

Industry & Context.

Water Treatment
Problems you'll solve

problem solving skills; problem-solvers

Eligibility Requirements

Location is flexible across the U. S. ; candidates should be within close proximity to a major airport to accommodate travel requirements, extensive travel and frequent overnight stays, Driving or riding in an automobile or aircraft for 3 to 6 hours at a time, Standing for extended periods of 3 to 4 hours, Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and carry at least 20-30 feet, 12-14 hour workdays may be required as a result of travel and customer commitments, Ability to bend, stoop, twist, bend, reach and climb stairs occasionally, Ability to type on a computer for 2 to 3 hours daily, Ability to work in conditions with unpleasant odors and surroundings, Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Four year technical degree required (e. g. , Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering), Must be self-motivated, Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, Must possess problem solving skills, Must possess sales ability, Must be technically competent in wastewater chemical applications, Must possess “people” skills, such as presenting to groups and communicating effectively with customers and Account Managers, Ability to gather information and make decisions in a timely manner, computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word and Excel required, Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record, Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to read, write, and speak English, Position requires extensive travel and frequent overnight stays, Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and carry at least 20-30 feet, Ability to work in conditions with unpleasant odors and surroundings

Nice to Have

Three years industry experience preferred with emphasis on the selection and testing of various coagulant and polymer blends for a wide array of wastewater streams

What You'll Do.

Lead the wastewater technical service function

Partner closely with Water and Manufactured Solutions sales teams to deliver expert support

Drive new business growth

Protect existing accounts

Partner with Sales and Account Managers to prioritize technical service needs

Provide hands-on technical expertise

including plant evaluations

to optimize customer solutions and drive growth

and performance of wastewater product lines to meet evolving application needs

Manage product lifecycle and profitability

including formulations

and new product development (Optiva projects)

Maintain and continuously improve the Water Treatment Product Resource Master to ensure accuracy and accessibility

Collaborate with Purchasing to optimize inventory levels

and enhance product performance

including identifying alternative suppliers

Build and maintain relationships with chemical suppliers to source innovative

cost-effective solutions

Act as a key liaison across internal teams (Technical Center

Product Information) to align resources and deliver seamless support

Support Sales with technical input for proposals and service reporting to strengthen customer value propositions

Effectively manage time

and service schedules to deliver responsive and high-impact technical support

Champion Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence

ensuring high-quality service to both internal and external customers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner closely with Water and Manufactured Solutions sales teams; Partner with Sales and Account Managers; Act as a key liaison across internal teams (Technical Center, Equipment Group, Purchasing, Product Information); Support Sales with technical input

Communication Scope

excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to read, write, and speak English; presenting to groups; communicating effectively with customers and Account Managers

Process & Methodology

Manage product lifecycle and profitability, Effectively manage time, priorities, and service schedules

Full Job Description

Location is flexible across the U.S.; candidates should be within close proximity to a major airport to accommodate travel requirements. WHO WE ARE We are a company where people matter. We are family driven. We are financially strong. And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team. BENEFITS Up to 10% Retirement Contribution $600 per Year Wellness Incentive Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date. JOIN A TOP WORKPLACE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nlFHnnfvhk PRODUCT APPLICATIONS MANAGER - WATER TREATEMENT The primary purpose of this position is to lead the wastewater technical service function—partnering closely with Water and Manufactured Solutions sales teams to deliver expert support, drive new business growth, and protect existing accounts. The position plays a key role in advancing Hydrite’s vision to be the most trusted, respected, and sought-after provider of solutions that ensure customer success. Primary responsibilities include: Partner with Sales and Account Managers to prioritize technical service needs, supporting both account retention and new business development. Provide hands-on technical expertise, including plant evaluations, jar testing, and trial support, to optimize customer solutions and drive growth. Lead the strategy, development, and performance of wastewater product lines to meet evolving application needs. Manage product lifecycle and profitability, including formulations, pricing, margin optimization, and new product development (Optiva projects). Maintain and continuously improve the Water Treatment Product Resource Master to ensure accuracy and accessibility. Collaborate with Purchasing to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and enhance product performance, including identifying alternative suppliers. Build and maintain strong relationships with chemical suppliers to source innovative, cost-effective solutions. Act as a key liaison acro

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