Technical Sales Manager

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Base pay range

Technical Sales Manager – Chemicals

Salary: £55–75k DOE + bonuses

Location: London (Hybrid)

A fast-growing UK-based speciality chemicals business is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to lead and grow a new business unit focused on raw materials for food, feed, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. This is a high-impact, commercial role ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and a proven track record in B2B chemical sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive growth of a new speciality raw materials business unit
• Develop and lead a sales team as the unit scales
• Build and manage key customer relationships
• Identify new business opportunities in the UK & EU
• Conduct market analysis and track sales performance
• Deliver technical and commercial presentations
• Oversee budgeting, P&L, and profitability
• Represent the company at industry events
• Improve sales processes and tools
• Travel to customers, distributors, and suppliers

Key Requirements

• 3–5+ years B2B technical sales experience in chemicals
• Strong Chemistry background (BSc/MSc or equivalent)
• Proven business development and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Confident working independently (incl. hybrid/WFH)
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales, Business Development, and Product Management
• Chemical Manufacturing, Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing