Sales Representative

AkzoNobel akzonobel.com Open · verified Sep 21, 2026

Clearwater Mid-level Account Executive

At a glance

Mid-level Account Executive role at AkzoNobel. Clearwater · $90,000–$100,000 base.

SalaryStated by AkzoNobel

$90,000 – $100,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleAccount Executive

SeniorityMid-level

LocationClearwater

Base pay$90,000–$100,000

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Manage customers across Southeast Florida while delivering the assigned sales and profitability plan
Find prospects within existing accounts, build leads, and keep opportunities moving through the pipeline
Give customers the agreed level of service while growing relationships as a coatings advisor
Bring customer feedback and market-trend insights into forecasting and future penetration plans
Represent the business at distributor events and major Florida boat shows

What you bring

At least three years in commercial sales, key account management, or strategic-account selling
Experience in paints and coatings or another B2B setting, with customer solutions tied to business needs
A GED is required, while a bachelor’s degree is preferred
Fluent English and strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
You can pass the required qualitative and quantitative respirator assessment and wear the equipment when needed

Who this fits

This role suits a mid-level B2B seller who can develop new accounts and expand existing customer relationships. You’ll be based in the Southeast Florida area and attend distributor selling shows plus boat shows in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach. Spanish would be useful, and CRM or SAP experience is beneficial.

From the employer

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

Job Purpose

The purpose of this role is to be the frontline sales person who is responsible for the execution of agreed sales and profitability targets established by the business within the assigned sales area by developing new business and expanding the business with existing customers.
Will also serve as the interface between the business and some of the most important Distribution Partners, ensuring both businesses needs are met to maintain a strong and healthy business relationship.

Home base location: Southeast FL area

Key Responsibilites

Manage a portfolio of customers, in a designated area, to execute sales plan
Screen customer base for new opportunities, generate leads and maintain pipeline
Provide appropriate and agreed levels of contact, service and support to ensure sales targets are met
Join and be key part of a team of driven, seasoned sales professionals.
Collect, report, and analyze the customer feedback / information on present as well as future market trends in the context of possible further market penetration and forecasting.
Promote the positive company image and develop long-term relations with the customers and become their trusted coatings advisor.
Attend necessary Distributor Selling Shows – usually in the Fall
Attend International Boatbuilders Expo (Tampa), Fort Lauderdale International Boat show and Palm Beach International Boat show

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, GED required
Knowledge & Work Experience – Paints and coatings industry, any B2B industry environment.
3-5 years of work experience in commercial roles, sales and key account management or sales to strategic accounts required.
Experience delivering customer focused solutions based on their business needs.
Fluent in English, Spanish speaker would be an advantage
Skills – Computer skills are essential: Good working knowledge of MS Office with emphasis on Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint – Experience with CRM software and SAP a benefit.
Must be able to participate and complete a qualitative and quantitative respirator fit test, and use respirator as required.

Compensation & Benefit

Base salary range for this role is: $90,000 to $100,000. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Eligible for annual bonus
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days

Competencies

Accepting DirectionAccepting ResponsibilityAcquiring Information

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 55722