Part-Time Chemical Sales Consultant / Business Development
hank thomas performance | Winston-Salem, NC 27107
*Overview* Hank Thomas Performance is looking for an experienced, possibly retired or semi-retired salesperson with a background in chemical distribution, industrial chemicals, petroleum, or a related industry. We are expanding our industrial methanol business throughout the Piedmont Triad and surrounding areas. We already have the product, bulk storage, trucks, delivery capability, and established customers. We need someone who enjoys finding opportunities, talking with industrial customers, and developing new business. This is not a traditional corporate sales position. It may be particularly well suited for someone who spent years in the chemical industry, has retired or slowed down, but still enjoys the challenge of finding customers and making sales. What You Would Do * Research and identify companies that purchase or use methanol. * Visit potential industrial customers in defined geographic areas. * Talk with purchasing personnel, plant managers, owners, and other decision-makers. * Learn how customers currently purchase methanol — drums, totes, bulk, or tanker quantities. * Determine approximate usage, delivery requirements, current supplier relationships, and opportunities for a secondary or backup supplier. * Help identify industries and applications we may not currently be pursuing. * Develop relationships and follow up with prospective customers. * Keep basic notes on contacts, conversations, opportunities, and follow-up. * Work with us to determine which opportunities make financial and logistical sense. Who We're Looking For Experience in one or more of the following would be particularly valuable: * Chemical distribution or chemical sales * Industrial chemical purchasing * Petroleum or fuel distribution * Industrial sales * Chemical transportation or logistics * Bulk liquid distribution Former salespeople or industry veterans from regional or national chemical distributors are encouraged to apply. We are more interested in *industry knowledge, curiosity, relationships, and the ability to uncover opportunities* than in formal education or a polished corporate résumé. Compensation * $20–$30 per hour, depending on experience * Flexible part-time schedule * Mileage reimbursement * Bonus or commission potential for new business developed Why This Role We aren't looking for someone to sit in an office and make scripted sales calls. We're looking for someone who understands how industrial business gets done — someone who knows how to ask questions, follow leads, build relationships, and figure out where an opportunity exists. If you've spent years in the industry and still enjoy developing business but don't want another full-time corporate position, we'd like to talk with you. *Work Location:* In person / regional travel from the Winston-Salem, NC area Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: * Flexible schedule Experience: * Chemical, petroleum, or industrial sales: 5 years (Preferred) Willingness to travel: * 50% (Preferred) Work Location: In person