Job Details
Sales Manager
United Kingdom
Permanent
Chemicals
Reference: 12441_1764854750
Are you an experienced sales professional with a strong background in the chemical industry?
Our client, a respected UK manufacturer and distributor, is seeking a proactive Sales Manager to help grow their portfolio of specialist chemical products across the North UK Region.
Role Overview
In this customer-facing role, you will:
Promote the company’s products and services across established and emerging markets.
Drive sales of both manufactured and distributed products, directly and through a network of distributors and agents.
Provide valuable market intelligence on customers, competitors, and industry trends.
Key Responsibilities
Build strong, long-term relationships with existing customers, becoming their primary point of contact.
Engage confidently with both technical and commercial teams to understand product applications and uncover new opportunities.
Research, identify and approach new customers and markets using your industry expertise.
Sell across sectors in a professional and confidential manner.
Prepare quotations, negotiate terms (incl. MOQ, margin, delivery, and T&Cs) and convert opportunities into sales.
Follow up on leads from the website, enquiries and external sources.
Attend UK and international trade exhibitions and manage subsequent follow-up.
Keep detailed records of all activities via the company’s CRM system.
Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless sales operations.
Maintain strong product knowledge and stay informed about industry developments.
Travel within the UK and overseas as required.
Requirements
3+ years’ proven sales experience within the chemical industry.
Self-motivated, proactive and confident, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational, planning and administrative abilities.
Desirable Qualifications
Degree in Chemistry or related field.
Experience with speciality chemicals and ingredients.
Familiarity with Salesforce CRM.
If you are interested, apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV; for further information reach out to Rebecca Tilston @ Smart4Chemicals
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Smart4 Chemicals
Smart4 Chemicals is a rapidly growing talent solutions provider for the global chemical industry, with offices in Warrington, Austin, Berlin, and Cape Town. Building on our decade of experience as Sciences Solutions, we have a strong foundation in chemicals recruitment. Acquired by the NGAGE Talent Group, which is a $1 billion revenue business with over 1,000 employees in 10 countries, our unique blend of scientific and commercial insight ensures we connect world-leading scientists with world-leading and emerging scientific organisations.