Our Client is a distributor of specialty chemicals to high-growth sectors such as aerospace, defence, transportation and renewable energy. they are seeking a Sales Manager to sell raw materials to manufacturers that are producing composites and advanced materials, as opposed to supplying the completed product. Consideration will be given to those in a technical role (chemist or technical services) who have a sound knowledge of advanced materials or composites.
Responsibilities:
* Achievement of budget and KPI’s as set on an annual basis
* Management of key accounts by providing excellent commercial and technical awareness
* Business development by generating growth through customer acquisition, product acquisition and identifying new products for existing and new markets/applications
* Recording of customer data and interactions within a CRM System.
* Responsible for regular customer visits within their territory (but sometimes other geographies where applicable) with prompt reporting
* Responsible for working closely with the Company’s Principals, to provide the highest levels of service and representation
* Accurate reporting of sales figures and opportunity pipeline to senior management
* Future opportunities to take on Product Management responsibilities
* Representation of the company at trade events
* Work closely with the Customer Service Team to ensure the highest standards of customer care
Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemicals, Coatings, Polymers and Life Science Industries