Job Description
Job Description
Technical Sales Manager – Polymers role, based in West Midlands. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar), as well as a desire to work in a commercial environment, with commercial experience desirable but not essential. Candidates who are looking to transition from a laboratory-based role are encouraged to apply, as are recent Chemistry graduates.
Title: Technical Sales Manager - Polymers
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £26,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) + commission
SRG are working with a leading chemicals distribution company, supplying raw materials such as additives, pigments, minerals and catalysts into a range of polymer markets. They have built up strong relationships with a number of leading chemical manufacturers and a large portfolio of speciality products. They are now looking to hire a Technical Sales Manager – Polymers on a permanent basis at their site in West Midlands, with travel expected. This role will suit candidates with proven experience within a technical sales role, although applications are welcome from candidates with strong technical knowledge in polymers currently in a laboratory based, as well as recent chemistry graduates passionate about moving into technical sales.
Benefits: A well-established and successful company offering an opportunity for someone to utilise their knowledge and passion for chemistry in a commercial environment. Extensive training, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, commission scheme and company car.
Role / Description
- Account management – maintaining and developing strong relationships with existing customers,
- This includes responsibility for several industry groups, primarily in the field of polymers (thermoplastics, rubber, thermosets, composites)
- Source new sales opportunities through responding to and qualifying inbound leads
- Identify new business opportunities through prospecting and market research
- Support the marketing strategy by producing engaging technical articles and multimedia
Requirements
- Minimum degree in Chemistry or similar
- An interest in sales, business development or customer-facing roles
- Experience in business development/commercial experience is highly desirable
- Full UK Driving Licence and willing to travel regularly
- Confident with excellent communication and writing skills
For more information please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.
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