Sean Sullivan
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in specialty chemicals sales and operations management in various industries. Proven track record of increasing revenue and cultivating strong customer relationships. Skilled in training and mentoring teams with a focus on continuous improvement and driving revenue growth through innovative solutions.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Field Managrer
Baker Hughes Inc
05.2008 - 09.2025
- Led field operations to enhance team performance and project efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in improved workplace compliance and reduced incidents.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skills development and operational excellence within teams.
- Built strong customer relationships as an imbedded contractor in a refinery.
- Provided face to face technical consulting in optimizing and troubleshooting refinery processes.
- Expanded business and revenue within the refinery by selling and implementing new chemical applications to enhance process efficiency within the refinery.
- Analyzed operational metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement in service delivery.
Sr Sales Engineer
Chem-Trend
01.1996 - 05.2008
- Sold, applied and serviced specialty chemicals in the die casting industry.
- Managed large territory covering Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
- Grew territory income by >200% over 12 years.
- Developed strong customer partnerships through personal relationships and valued technical consulting.
Area Sales Manager
Calgon
04.1986 - 01.1996
- Water treatment specialty chemical sales and application to the refinery, steel, and chemical industries.
- Developed and executed strategic sales plans to achieve regional revenue targets.
- Cultivated relationships with key clients to enhance customer loyalty and retention.
- Mentored and managed team members to maximise sales.
- Led cross-functional teams in driving product launches and promotional campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05-1983
Skills
- Specialty Chemicals Sales and Service
- Water Treatment
- Refinery Process and Finished Fuels Treatment
- Industrial Die Casting
- Customer relationship cultivation
- Training and mentoring
- Operations management
- Workforce development
- Cross-functional coordination
Accomplishments
- 42 year record of sales growth and excellent customer service.
- Extensive managerial and operational leadership experience.
- Excellent safety record with zero injuries involving any past team.
Timeline
Sr Field Managrer
Baker Hughes Inc
05.2008 - 09.2025
Sr Sales Engineer
Chem-Trend
01.1996 - 05.2008
Area Sales Manager
Calgon
04.1986 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Notre Dame
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