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
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
About Us Applied Bioplastics is a U.S. startup turning plants into profit. We mass-produce bio-based plastic feedstock using natural fibers – helping companies cut costs, boost margins, and hit sustainability targets without the greenwashing. The Role We’re scaling fast in India and are hiring a hunter who lives for the thrill of closing new business. This is not a sit-back-and-wait sales role. You’ll be at the frontline spotting opportunities, getting in the door, and driving deals to the finish line. The right person thrives on the chase and doesn’t just meet targets, they crush them. What You’ll Do Pitch, promote, and sell our polymers with confidence and insight. Hunt new customers through calls, messages, LinkedIn, and old-school persistence. Close offtake agreements (LOIs, POs, contracts). Keep accounts happy, but never stop chasing the next win. Track your pipeline, hit deadlines, and keep leadership updated. Share competitive intel and help us shape the next product move. Who You Are Mandatory: 1–3 years of experience in polymer/materials sales with a strong track record of closing deals. A proven closer who gets energy from winning new business. Confident dealing with executives at large companies. Degree in chemistry/polymers preferred; extensive sales success in polymers considered equivalent. Skills & Edge Negotiation and presentation that actually move deals forward. CRM comfort (Salesforce, HubSpot, Monday.com, etc). Self-driven, time-smart, and resilient under pressure. Hungry, ambitious, and motivated by results—not excuses. Why Join Us Be part of a global team building the future of plastics. Make real money and real impact. Grow fast in a role that rewards results. Job Type : Full-time, based in India.
About Us Applied Bioplastics is a U.S. startup turning plants into profit. We mass-produce bio-based plastic feedstock using natural fibers helping companies cut costs, boost margins, and hit sustainability targets without the greenwashing. The Role We're scaling fast in India and are hiring a hunter who lives for the thrill of closing new business. This is not a sit-back-and-wait sales role. You'll be at the frontline spotting opportunities, getting in the door, and driving deals to the finish line. The right person thrives on the chase and doesn't just meet targets, they crush them. What You'll Do Pitch, promote, and sell our polymers with confidence and insight. Hunt new customers through calls, messages, LinkedIn, and old-school persistence. Close offtake agreements (LOIs, POs, contracts). Keep accounts happy, but never stop chasing the next win. Track your pipeline, hit deadlines, and keep leadership updated. Share competitive intel and help us shape the next product move. Who You Are Mandatory: 13 years of experience in polymer/materials sales with a strong track record of closing deals. A proven closer who gets energy from winning new business. Confident dealing with executives at large companies. Degree in chemistry/polymers preferred; extensive sales success in polymers considered equivalent. Skills & Edge Negotiation and presentation that actually move deals forward. CRM comfort (Salesforce, HubSpot, Monday.com, etc). Self-driven, time-smart, and resilient under pressure. Hungry, ambitious, and motivated by resultsnot excuses. Why Join Us Be part of a global team building the future of plastics. Make real money and real impact. Grow fast in a role that rewards results. Job Type : Full-time, based in India.
JOB TITLE: Polymer Sales Associate COMPANY SUMMARY Applied Bioplastics is an American startup working to mass-produce affordable, biobased plastic 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 Polymer 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 position is suited for an early-career professional (13 years of polymer sales experience) who is motivated to develop within a fast-growing company and contribute to expanding our market presence. This role requires a self-starter with strong initiative 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 & EXPERIENCE 13 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. CULTURAL & MOTIVATIONAL 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