European Release Liners Sales Lead

Mativ; Brough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ is seeking a Release Liners Sales Manager to drive growth across European markets. You will manage key accounts, develop new business opportunities, and support strategic market expansion initiatives in a fast-paced, international environment.

The role requires 3–5+ years of experience in selling release papers or related materials, with strong negotiation and consultative selling skills. Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience selling release papers, specialty papers, films, or pressure-sensitive adhesives.
• Experience in consultative selling, value-based pricing, and contract negotiation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Excellent commercial acumen, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• High emotional intelligence and strong stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop high-value leads across European markets.
• Execute strategic sales plans and achieve annual sales targets.
• Identify and develop new customers and product opportunities.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends within the liner industry.
• Participate in the development of commercial strategy and marketing initiatives.
• Manage and grow key customer accounts.
• Negotiate enterprise contracts while maximizing margins and long-term value.
• Ensure effective order follow-up from order entry through payment.
• Adapt supply chain solutions to maintain a competitive service level for customers.
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities through regular business reviews.
• Maintain CRM accuracy and strong pipeline hygiene.
• Analyze sales metrics and conversion performance.
• Report weekly revenue pipelines and forecasts to leadership teams.
• Define commercial objectives by country and market.
• Coordinate customer trials with Quality and R&D teams.
• Translate customer technical needs into internal specifications.
• Support complaint and claims management from commercial and technical perspectives.
• Support the launch and promotion of new products.

Skills

Consultative selling

Value-based pricing

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Mativ is seeking a Release Liners Sales Manager to drive growth across European markets. You will manage key accounts, develop new business opportunities, and support strategic market expansion initiatives in a fast-paced, international environment.

The role requires 3–5+ years of experience in selling release papers or related materials, with strong negotiation and consultative selling skills. Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.