Chemical Sales Executive

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Chemicals Sales/Business Development Executive. This role offers the chance to leverage your Chemistry background and sales expertise in a dynamic environment. Initially office-based, you will focus on technical sales and account management, transitioning into a broader business development role with a UK and Europe-wide remit. If you have a passion for chemistry and a drive for sales, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international chemicals manufacturer and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in technical sales or business development.
• BSc in Chemistry or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business opportunities across the UK and Europe.
• Manage and grow the customer base while maintaining communication.

Skills

Sales Experience

Business Development

Customer Communication

Technical Sales

Organizational Skills

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Equivalent in a 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 familiarize yourself with the product range and existing customers. This will transition into a business development role over 3 - 6 months with a UK and Europe-wide remit.

Responsibilities:

1. Drive new business opportunities
2. Represent the company at exhibitions and industry events
3. Manage and grow customer base
4. Maintain customer communication
5. Support marketing efforts
6. Handle technical enquiries

The person:

• 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 organized and self-motivated
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of tools
• Experience with SAP is desirable