Client Development Manager

Nigel Wright Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of specialty chemicals in the UK is seeking a Customer Development Manager to drive sales growth across the North. This role involves developing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate is passionate about B2B sales and comes with a strong background in relationship management and basic industry knowledge. Competitive compensation and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

Car allowance or company car

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience (specialty ingredients preferred).
• Self-starter with a high-growth mindset and track record of exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell company products to existing/prospective customers.
• Conduct in-person and virtual sales calls to drive growth.
• Identify new business opportunities and manage customer relationships.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Time management

Organisational abilities

Education

Degree or diploma in sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

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My client is a UK leading supplier and distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, serving a wide range of industries including:

• Pharma & Personal Care
• Industrial Solutions
• Coatings, Plastics, Rubber, and Adhesives

They have a great reputation and they are known for its customer-centric approach, offering tailored solutions, technical support, and value-added services such as blending, repacking, and formulation development

The Role

We are looking for a driven and strategic Customer Development Manager (CDM) to join their growing team. In this role, you will represent their innovative product portfolio across the North of UK building strong relationships with existing and new customers through business development to drive profitable sales growth.

• Promote and sell company products to existing and prospective customers.
• Conduct in-person and virtual sales calls to drive growth and product placement.
• Develop and execute territory sales strategies aligned with company goals.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand existing accounts.
• Manage pricing, contracts, and customer relationships.
• Provide technical support and product knowledge to clients.
• Attend trade shows and represent the company at industry events.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast sales and align on customer needs.

The Person

This is a great opportunity for a passionate sales person, who is excited about B2B sales, thrives on delivering value, and enjoys working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment—this is the opportunity for you.

• Degree or diploma in sciences or related field.
• 3+ years of B2B sales experience (specialty ingredients preferred).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter with excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Willingness to travel throughout the North of the UK and company offices.
• High-growth mindset with a track record of exceeding targets.

The Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Car allowance or company car
• Opportunity to work with a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Make a real impact in a growing, innovative company.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Management

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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