Job Description
Job Title : Regional Manager – Sales, Service & Warehouse Operations
Location : Vancouver, Washington
Department : Operations & Sales
Company Overview
Carbon Activated Corporation is a global leader in activated carbon solutions for air, water, and industrial applications. With manufacturing and distribution centers around the world, we pride ourselves on technical excellence, customer satisfaction, and industry-leading service.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Regional Manager to launch and operate our new sub-leased warehouse and service center in the Portland, Oregon area. This is a hybrid role that combines warehouse and service operations with sales development. You will be responsible for managing inventory, leading physical service work (including filter change-outs), and growing our regional customer base.
This is not a desk job; the right candidate will be comfortable getting dirty, lifting heavy loads, and operating equipment like forklifts. At the same time, you'll also be our boots on the ground for regional sales, client management, and local partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & Facility Operations
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the sub-leased warehouse facility
- Receive, store, and manage inventory of activated carbon and equipment
- Operate forklifts and manage bulk and bagged carbon movement
- Maintain safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance on-site
- Coordinate incoming / outgoing shipments and delivery logistics
Service & Field Work
Perform carbon change-outs at customer sites, including :Emptying / reloading pressure vessels and carbon bedsHandling dirty and physically demanding materialsUsing PPE, confined space entry equipment, and fall protection as neededTrain and supervise part-time or contract labor as neededSales & Customer Support
Serve as local account manager for clients in the Pacific NorthwestIdentify and develop new business opportunities across industrial, water, and air applicationsEmphasis on prospecting for new customers through site visits, door-to-door, and outside prospectingPrepare quotes, coordinate orders, and support client projects from start to finishRepresent Carbon Activated Corporation professionally at all timesQualifications
Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following :Activated carbonWater or air treatmentIndustrial service workField operationsExperience operating forklifts and handling heavy materialsStrong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in dirty, physical environmentsSelf-starter comfortable managing both sales and operational responsibilitiesExcellent communication skills and client-facing demeanorValid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally as neededPreferred Qualifications
Prior experience in activated carbon change-outs or system installationFamiliarity with environmental regulations (OSHA, confined space, etc.)Basic understanding of filtration systems and technical salesSpanish language skills are a plusBenefits (Standard)
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with company matchPaid Time Off and HolidaysTraining and advancement opportunitiesCompany vehicle or mileage reimbursement for service calls$5000 to $6000 per month salary based on experience, negotiable