At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and develop new business in the composites and materials sector.
- Company: Established chemical distributor with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, car, bonus, and generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and collaboration with a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in sales to manufacturing industries and a chemistry qualification.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
LOCATION: UK Home Office Based
Exciting commercial role with a successful, established and growing chemical distributor to develop new business and manage existing accounts within manufacturing industries that are producing composites (including polyester and epoxy fibre reinforced products), thermosets and masterbatch. You will promote a specialist portfolio of products and work with a sourcing and commercial team to drive forward sales and diversify the product portfolio and customers.
The successful candidate will have a technical understanding of the requirements of producers of these products as well as a proven track record in new business development. Communication skills and drive and determination are required along with good organisational skills.
Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the UK Sales Manager
- Achievement of budget and KPIs as set on an annual basis
- Frequent travel in the UK and Ireland
- Management of key accounts
- Business development by generating growth through customer acquisition, product acquisition and identifying new products for existing and new markets/applications
- Able to work closely with the Company’s Principals
- Representation of the company at trade events
Candidate Profile:
- Experience selling to manufacturing industries
- A chemistry qualification plus a relevant technical background
- Strong commercial acumen with an ability to identify new business and margin growth opportunities
- Ideally worked in chemicals distribution
- Able to build rapport and work collaboratively with all internal stakeholders as well as customers, new client opportunities and principals
- Solution selling skills
- Right to work within the UK is essential
- Able to regularly visit the Head Office and commercial team in Southern England
- Full UK driving license is essential
Our client provides an exciting and fast-moving environment aligned with good business growth. They are looking for an outstanding and passionate individual who will make a difference. Attractive salary, car, bonus and generous pension scheme are on offer.
Regional Sales Manager - Advanced Composites and Materials in Kent employer: Merritt Recruitment
As a leading manufacturer in the construction materials sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility between our Northern and South West England offices, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the architectural community. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that is committed to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
