Business Development Sales Executive

Reed Specialist Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international chemicals manufacturer is seeking a Chemistry Graduate with sales experience for a position as a Chemicals Sales / Business Development Executive. The role involves driving business growth and managing customer relationships, transitioning from technical sales to broader business development. Strong organizational skills and a willingness to travel across the UK and Europe are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in technical sales or business development.
• Experience in the chemical manufacturing environment is preferable.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business opportunities across the UK and Europe.
• Manage and grow the existing customer base.
• Support marketing efforts and represent at exhibitions.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Technical Sales

Account Management

Customer Communication

Organizational Skills

Self-Motivation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

BSc in Chemistry or related subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Chemicals Sales / Business Development Executive

Location: Runcorn with extensive travel across the UK and Europe
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 dependent on experience

Role:
Are you a Chemistry Graduate with solid experience in Sales or Business Development? If so, our client, an international chemicals manufacturer, wants to speak to you!

They are looking to recruit a motivated Sales or Business Development Executive to join their expanding business. With a minimum of 2 years' experience of technical sales within the chemical industry (or similar highly regulated industry) you will initially be office based focusing on internal technical sales and account management to get familiar with the product range and existing customers, transitioning into a business development role over 3 - 6 months with a UK and Europe wide remit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive new business opportunities
• Manage and grow customer base
• Maintain customer communication
• Support marketing efforts
• Represent the company at exhibitions and industry events
• Handle technical enquiries

Candidate Requirements:

• BSc or equivalent in Chemistry or a related subject is essential for this role
• 2+ years in technical sales, account management or business development
• Ideally have previously worked in a Chemical manufacturing environment
• Highly organised and self-motivated
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of tools
• Experience with SAP is desirable
• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and Europe

If you want to play a key part in the growth of this well-respected business, then please contact Dave Cattell at Reed Scientific or apply via this website.