About Chr. Olesen Group
Chr. Olesen Group is a leading international distribution company specializing in vitamins, minerals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients for the feed, food, pharma, and technical industries. With products sourced primarily from Asia, we proudly serve esteemed customers worldwide. As a family‑owned business led by the 4th and 5th generations, we combine significant turnover with a close‑knit team, making our roles both challenging and rewarding. Discover more about our fascinating history at www.chr-olesen.dk.
The Business: Polymers
The most challenging projects demand a partner with proven capabilities. We aim to transform complex requirements into innovative solutions.
We test before we offer!
Through strong R&D expertise and a diverse product portfolio, we deliver not only today’s solutions, but also tomorrow’s opportunities.
What’s in It for You?
- Drive strategic sales initiatives with direct impact on business growth and profitability
- Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to commercialization, with autonomy to identify and convert opportunities
- Combine commercial leadership with technical exposure in a growing, innovation‑driven organization
- Act as a key interface between customers, R&D, and internal teams
About the Role
As Sales Manager, you will represent Chr. Olesen in the market, managing and developing customer relationships while identifying new business opportunities. This is not an order‑taking role — you will develop commercial strategies, prepare value‑based proposals, and lead negotiations to build long‑term partnerships.
You will work closely with internal technical teams to translate customer needs into competitive polymer solutions and support product commercialization.
Responsibilities
- Manage and grow relationships with new and existing customers
- Identify customer needs and uncover opportunities to expand services and drive growth
- Develop commercial strategies and lead negotiations to secure profitable contracts
- Monitor market trends and the competitive landscape
- Maintain a strong understanding of the company’s product portfolio and value propositions
- Collaborate with Technical Support, R&D, Marketing, and partners on new product launches and projects
- Ensure high standards of coordination and service delivery
Key Skills for Success
Required
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in the thermoplastics industry (engineering polymers, polyolefins, TP elastomers, additives, functional polymers)
- Proven experience in sales or business development within a technical or industrial environment
- Experience in the cables industry, where terms such as LSZH / LS0H / LSOH / LSHF / LSF / ZHFR and CPR are well understood
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Self‑motivated, resilient, analytical, and relationship‑oriented profile
It’s a plus if you have
- Strong understanding of polymer science, material science, and chemistry related to compounds and cables
- Experience optimizing polymer or cable compound formulations
- Knowledge of extrusion processes, equipment setup, and troubleshooting
- Ability to conduct material testing and analyze performance data
- Experience working closely with R&D and development engineers from lab to commercialization
Why Chr. Olesen Group?
- Global Exposure: Work with a diverse team across multiple countries and gain invaluable international experience.
- Career Growth: We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward‑thinking company that leverages cutting‑edge technology and innovative solutions.
- Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a reasonable workweek, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling work life.
- If you’re a dedicated and proactive professional eager to grow in an international environment, we would appreciate hearing from you!
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