Baker Hughes
Sales Professional - Account Management
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
- Original posting date
- Oct 30, 2026
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- Nov 1, 2026
Saved job description
Account Manager (Downstream Chemicals)
Are you passionate about building relationships and delivering value to ensure customer success?
Do you enjoy troubleshooting technical issues and developing solutions to meet customer’s needs?
Partner with the best
Our Downstream Chemicals Team utilizes technology consisting of specialty chemicals, equipment, digital tools and over 100 years of industry knowledge to deliver value to our customers.
The Downstream Chemicals Team leverages our expertise to provide best-in-class technology and support to optimize processes, finished fuels and water treatment applications within the customer locations where we operate.
Fuel your passion
As an Account Manager, you will provide a vital service by implementing, monitoring, troubleshooting, and evaluating chemical treatment programs. You will take ownership of key customer accounts to ensure they have the services and products required to operate safely and efficiently.
As an Account Manager, you are responsible for:
Safely managing day-to-day operations of process, finished fuels, and water treatment programs to ensure performance and value delivery for our customers.
Developing trusted relationships with customers and cross-functional teams to promote collaboration.
Applying account management fundamentals to understand customer needs, requirements and potential sales opportunities while supporting the account P&L.
Identifying and coordinating numerous projects of varying complexity to bring value to our customers.
Routine monitoring and reporting of performance of existing treatment programs.
Collaborating with team members to drive technical sales and innovative solutions that bring value to our customers.
Collecting and interpreting data for troubleshooting, service reports, meetings, reviews, and presentations delivered to customers.
Providing field support, laboratory analysis and technical guidance for our customers on issues, projects, turn-arounds, shut-downs, and daily operations.
Managing chemical inventories and deliveries at the customer locations.
To be successful in this role, will require:
Have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering preferred or a related Bachelor’s from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Chemical Sales).
Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in refining, petrochemical, industrial, and/or water treatment industries specifically in Chemical Sales.
Have strong understanding of industrial chemical treatment technology and sales processes.
Have strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Have previous experience working in a laboratory setting and/or familiarity with analytical methods and interpretation.
Have a comprehensive understanding of customer requirements and market conditions.
Have the ability to present complex technical content to various levels of internal and external organizations, in a clear and concise manner
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
Have the ability to drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle).
Have a TWIC Card or ability to obtain a TWIC Card.
Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
Typical onsite hours will be Monday – Friday, 7am - 4pm (must be willing and able to support the business after hours as-required)
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Working for you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
Competitive sales bonus program
Company provided vehicle or vehicle allowance
Competitive 401(k) program
Company Stock Purchase Program
Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Education Assistance
Generous Parental Leave
Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs
Dependent and Partners Care
Pet Insurance
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Additional information can be found at http[local path removed]
This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here , and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Sales Experienced Professional - Sales Operations About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Source-listed locations: United States of America, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70801.
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