Location: Home-based
Our client is a trusted name in the distribution of specialty chemicals across the UK and Europe. With a broad portfolio serving markets such as Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants, Polymers, Inks, Construction, and more, they are now seeking a Technical Sales Manager to cove the South East. This is a home-based role ideal for a driven, technically competent sales professional with experience in chemicals or related sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow existing customer relationships across all relevant market sectors
- Identify and develop new business opportunities
- Maintain a healthy pipeline of projects in line with supplier expectations
- Represent and promote the full product portfolio of products including additives, pigments, polymers and performance materials.
- Conduct regular customer visits and virtual meetings to discuss technical solutions and drive sales
- Attend internal sales meetings and occasional European supplier meetings
- Stay current with market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven track record in technical sales, ideally within the specialty chemicals sector
- Knowledge of the UK specialty chemicals industry and our clients key markets: Coatings, Adhesives, Polymers, Inks, Construction, etc.
- Comfortable discussing technical products and solutions with both commercial and technical stakeholders
- Based within the sales region preferred; otherwise must be willing to travel extensively and stay overnight as needed
- Self-motivated, organised, and proactive in managing territory and time
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Valid UK driving licence
- Must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available.
In return our client is offering a competitive salary as well as health insurance, life insurance and a company car. This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team and a great company culture where collaboration is just as important as performance.
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Contact Detail:
Merritt Recruitment Recruiting Team