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Henkel hires Sales professionals to grow its adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment portfolio across industrial and consumer markets. The company has an established sponsorship process for qualified candidates, supporting multiple visa categories for Sales roles that require technical fluency in chemicals and materials solutions.
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At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Within our Adhesive Technologies business unit, the Infrastructure Protection & Repair (IPR) team delivers engineered solutions that protect critical assets across downstream, industrial, and energy markets.
This role supports Henkel’s Downstream IPR portfolio, including Stopaq, CSNRI Composites, Mascoat, Highland, and U.S. Coatings. The position is highly technical and field‑focused, responsible for driving specification‑based sales through education, demonstration, and value‑based selling to contractors, distributors, and asset owners.
This is not a transactional sales role. Success comes from influencing specifications, educating stakeholders, and building long‑term partnerships through technical credibility and execution excellence. (This position MUST sit in either the Upper Midwest or the Northeast Region)
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute sales strategy for Henkel IPR Downstream solutions within the assigned territory
- Drive specification‑based selling with asset owners, operators, and engineering stakeholders
- Sell to contractors, distributors, and owner/operator maintenance teams at refineries, terminals, and industrial facilities
- Conduct technical presentations, lunch‑and‑learns, and formal training sessions
- Perform live product demonstrations and jobsite evaluations
- Participate in job walks, scope development, and application planning discussions
- Present and defend the technical and economic advantages of visco‑elastic systems, composite repairs, and protective coatings
- Support distributor and contractor partners with opportunity development and project execution
- Collaborate with Engineering, Technical Service, and Training teams to ensure proper application and compliance
- Influence front‑line distributor sales teams through education and field support
- Gather market intelligence on competitors, applications, and customer needs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
- 5+ years of technical B2B sales experience in industrial, infrastructure, or energy markets
- Proven experience selling engineered or technical solutions (not commodity products)
- Experience calling on maintenance teams, engineers, SMEs, inspectors, contractors, and distributors
- Comfort working in active industrial environments (refineries, terminals, plants)
Technical & Sales Skills
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to explain how products work and why they add value
- Experience with one or more of the following preferred:
- Ability to translate technical features into business value (lifecycle cost, risk reduction, downtime avoidance)
- Confident presenting to engineers and operations teams
- Skilled in consultative and value‑based selling
Personal Attributes
- Field‑oriented, self‑motivated, and comfortable working independently
- Curious, coachable, and comfortable being challenged technically
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence without authority
- Organized and disciplined in managing long, complex sales cycles
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Key success indicators
- Growth in downstream specifications and approved materials listings
- Increased pull‑through sales via distributors and contractors
- Strong adoption of visco‑elastic and composite solutions
- High credibility with customer maintenance, engineering, and reliability teams
SOME BENEFITS OF JOINING HENKEL
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $120000.00 - $160000.00. 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 and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
INTRODUCTION
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Within our Adhesive Technologies business unit, the Infrastructure Protection & Repair (IPR) team delivers engineered solutions that protect critical assets across downstream, industrial, and energy markets.
This role supports Henkel’s Downstream IPR portfolio, including Stopaq, CSNRI Composites, Mascoat, Highland, and U.S. Coatings. The position is highly technical and field‑focused, responsible for driving specification‑based sales through education, demonstration, and value‑based selling to contractors, distributors, and asset owners.
This is not a transactional sales role. Success comes from influencing specifications, educating stakeholders, and building long‑term partnerships through technical credibility and execution excellence. (This position MUST sit in either the Upper Midwest or the Northeast Region)
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute sales strategy for Henkel IPR Downstream solutions within the assigned territory
- Drive specification‑based selling with asset owners, operators, and engineering stakeholders
- Sell to contractors, distributors, and owner/operator maintenance teams at refineries, terminals, and industrial facilities
- Conduct technical presentations, lunch‑and‑learns, and formal training sessions
- Perform live product demonstrations and jobsite evaluations
- Participate in job walks, scope development, and application planning discussions
- Present and defend the technical and economic advantages of visco‑elastic systems, composite repairs, and protective coatings
- Support distributor and contractor partners with opportunity development and project execution
- Collaborate with Engineering, Technical Service, and Training teams to ensure proper application and compliance
- Influence front‑line distributor sales teams through education and field support
- Gather market intelligence on competitors, applications, and customer needs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
- 5+ years of technical B2B sales experience in industrial, infrastructure, or energy markets
- Proven experience selling engineered or technical solutions (not commodity products)
- Experience calling on maintenance teams, engineers, SMEs, inspectors, contractors, and distributors
- Comfort working in active industrial environments (refineries, terminals, plants)
Technical & Sales Skills
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to explain how products work and why they add value
- Experience with one or more of the following preferred:
- Ability to translate technical features into business value (lifecycle cost, risk reduction, downtime avoidance)
- Confident presenting to engineers and operations teams
- Skilled in consultative and value‑based selling
Personal Attributes
- Field‑oriented, self‑motivated, and comfortable working independently
- Curious, coachable, and comfortable being challenged technically
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence without authority
- Organized and disciplined in managing long, complex sales cycles
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Key success indicators
- Growth in downstream specifications and approved materials listings
- Increased pull‑through sales via distributors and contractors
- Strong adoption of visco‑elastic and composite solutions
- High credibility with customer maintenance, engineering, and reliability teams
SOME BENEFITS OF JOINING HENKEL
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $120000.00 - $160000.00. 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 and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Sales Jobs at Henkel Jobs
Frame your degree around specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility for Sales roles requires a qualifying specialty occupation. A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science strengthens your case far more than a general business degree when Henkel files your petition with USCIS.
Target accounts that need technical sales
Henkel's Sales openings in industrial adhesives and surface treatments favor candidates who can translate product chemistry into customer value. Applying to technically oriented roles improves your fit and signals to the hiring team that sponsorship investment is justified.
Verify Henkel's LCA before your interview
Before your final interview rounds, confirm the prevailing wage level tied to your target Sales title by searching DOL's FLAG system. Knowing the wage tier helps you evaluate whether an offer reflects the LCA commitment Henkel filed for your position.
Time your OPT application to the hiring cycle
If you're on F-1, Henkel's Sales recruitment ramps in late summer and early fall. File your OPT authorization request with your Designated School Official at least 90 days before your program end date so authorization is in hand when offers move.
Ask explicitly about cap-exempt petition timing
H-1B cap registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If you're in the 60-day grace period between roles, confirm with Henkel's HR team whether they'll file immediately or hold until the next cap season so you can plan your timeline accordingly.
Search Migrate Mate for Henkel Sales openings
Sponsored Sales roles at Henkel aren't always labeled as visa-friendly in standard job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsorship-eligible Sales positions at Henkel so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than guessing.
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Find Sales at Henkel JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Henkel sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Yes, Henkel sponsors H-1B visas for Sales positions, particularly roles that require technical knowledge of adhesives, sealants, or surface treatment products. Because H-1B eligibility requires a specialty occupation, Sales roles tied to Henkel's chemicals and materials portfolio tend to qualify more readily than general commercial sales positions. Your degree field matters, so a background in chemistry or engineering strengthens the petition.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Henkel?
Apply directly through Henkel's careers portal or browse verified sponsorship-eligible openings on Migrate Mate, which filters roles where sponsorship is confirmed. Tailor your application to the specific product segment, whether industrial adhesives, automotive coatings, or consumer goods, because Henkel's Sales teams are organized by market and recruiters screen for relevant technical fluency alongside commercial skills.
Which visa types does Henkel commonly use for Sales hires?
Henkel sponsors H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for Sales roles. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional categories. F-1 OPT and CPT are common entry points for recent graduates before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship through the annual cap registration.
What qualifications does Henkel expect for sponsored Sales positions?
Henkel's sponsored Sales roles in chemicals and materials typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a closely related discipline. Prior experience selling into industrial or manufacturing accounts is valued, and familiarity with adhesives, coatings, or specialty chemical applications can differentiate your candidacy during both the hiring and USCIS petition process.
How do I plan my timeline around Henkel's sponsorship process?
If Henkel extends an offer and plans to file an H-1B cap-subject petition, registration opens each March for an October 1 start date, meaning there can be a gap of several months between offer and authorization. If you're already on OPT or CPT, employment can begin sooner. Confirm with Henkel's HR team early in the process which visa pathway applies to your situation so you can align your start date expectations accordingly.
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