Job Description

"We connect science to life for a better future."

LG Chem - Leading the Global Chemical Industry

LG Chem will become a world-class corporation that creates new value for our customers based on "science," beyond "chemistry."

As part of our strategic expansion in North America, LG Chem operates regionally organized sales team across the United States, supporting customers nationwide. Our team partners with both existing and new customers, driving sustainable growth across a wide range of industries through advanced materials solutions, including ABS and PC.

Why Join LG Chem?

At LG Chem, you will be a part of a global leader in the chemical industry while building a rewarding career in sales and customer management.

• Be part of the Global #1 ABS Manufacturer, delivering innovative materials used across a wide range of applications, from automotive, medical, and building materials to home appliances, consumer electronics, and toys.
• Build a rewarding career with access to mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities
• Partner with some of North America’s most recognized manufacturers and brands, gaining valuable customer-facing experience
• Join a collaborative and innovative culture that values initiative, continuous learning, and professional growth.
• Develop meaningful customer partnerships while contributing to LG Chem’s position as a global industry leader.

JOB SUMMARY (BASIC FUNCTIONS): LG Chem is seeking a motivated, early-career professional to join our South Sales Team at our corporate office in Atlanta, GA. This role is ideal for individuals interested in building a long-term career in B2B sales and account management. As a Sales Account Manager I, you will gain exposure to major customers across North America while developing commercial, technical, and relationship management skills through comprehensive training, mentorship, and hand-on experience.

As an individual contributor, this role will support existing customer relationships, assist with new business development initiatives, and collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure outstanding customer service and operational execution. We are seeking individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic, team-oriented sales environment. Product, industry, and sales training will be provided to support long-term success and career development within LG Chem. Prior sales or industry experience is not required.

Benefits & Rewards

• Comprehensive employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

What You’ll Be Doing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but are not limited to):

• Manage assigned customer accounts with guidance and support from sales leadership
• Build strong relationships with customers through regular communication and site visits
• Identify opportunities for account expansion and support new business development initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate orders, inventory management, logistics, and customer service activities
• Support sales forecasting, pricing analysis, and market research activities
• Monitor customer orders, inventory levels, and delivery timelines to ensure successful execution
• Assist with accounts receivable follow-up and customer issue resolution
• Prepare reports, presentations, and market intelligence summaries
• Travel approximately 1-2 weeks per month within assigned territories to meet customers, support business development activities, and strengthen customer relationships

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES: WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; with a concentration in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Communications, or related discipline. Recent graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to learn, develop customer relationships, and build a rewarding career in B2B sales and account management are encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build relationships
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 1-2 weeks per month primarily for customer visits and industry events
• Willingness to learn technical products, industries, and sales processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship, co-op, or work experience in customer service, sales support, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or business operations
• Experience working in a professional office environment
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems
• Exposure to B2B customers or industrial markets

Work Environment

The working conditions (including the general work environment, and table with physical/mental demands) in this job description reflect the typical conditions you can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. LGCAI provides reasonable accommodations – appropriate changes and adjustments – to applicants and employees to be considered for a job opening, enable them to perform a job, gain access to the workplace, and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

General Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounger while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is primarily based in a corporate office environment and involes standard working office working conditions. In the course of performing job responsibilities, the employee may periodically visit customer manufacturing facilities or productions environments. During such visits, the role may involve exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including moving product samples, noise, fumes, vibrations, dust, or other operational elements associated with industrial settings.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.