Job Description

SR SALES MANAGER, URBAN WATER, FINLAND & BALTICS

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers

We are looking for a Sr Sales Manager, Urban Water, Finland & Baltics to join our Water Solutions business unit in Finland and Baltic countries.

Water Solutions business unit offers a wide range of innovative solutions to optimize all stages of the water treatment process, while safely achieving water quality targets and meeting constantly tightening regulations, serving both municipal and industrial customers globally.

This role is based in Finland, ideally located near one of Kemira’s offices or manufacturing sites. A remote working arrangement may also be considered, provided there is flexibility to travel occasionally within the Helsinki metropolitan area and to Kemira locations as needed.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Driving sales and building strong partnerships with a large portfolio of municipal customers across Finland and the Baltic countries
• Owning business planning and execution in line with agreed targets, including budgeting and alignment with strategic objectives
• Leading, developing, and motivating a team of sales professionals
• Ensuring full compliance with pricing principles, governance standards, and regulatory requirements
• Working closely with commercial, marketing, finance, and operations teams to deliver business results
  
  

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Solid experience in sales or marketing
• A Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Chemistry, or another relevant field
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence customers and key stakeholders
• Proven people leadership skills or strong interest in leading developing and engaging high-performing teams
• Willingness and flexibility to travel occasionally within the Helsinki metropolitan area
• Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment
• Fluency in Finnish and English, both written and spoken
• Experience or knowledge of municipal potable water and wastewater treatment and related customers is considered an advantage

What you can expect from us:

• A high ‑performing sales team and collaborative colleagues, supported by strong expertise and modern tools to help you succeed
• A varied and engaging role with a broad scope of responsibilities and opportunities to make a real impact
• Strong exposure to the business and excellent opportunities to build networks and grow professionally
• An opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive, and international setting, with opportunities to engage with teams and stakeholders across different regions and cultures
• An attractive compensation package.

Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!

For more information, please contact Vesa Kettunen, Director, Urban Water, EMEA North, vesa.kettunen@kemira.com or by phone +358 50 308 7803.

Please apply with CV and cover letter including your salary expectation no later than April 12, 2026 at kemira.com/careers.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water-intensive industries. We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water treatment companies and the fiber industry. Our solutions and services help secure clean water for millions of people every day and support our customers in advancing circularity and responsible resource use throughout their value chains. In 2025, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.8 billion with a global team of 4,911 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com