Global Sales Manager

International Markets; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading company in the UK seeks an experienced Sales Manager to oversee all sales activities aimed at driving growth in speciality vinyl polymers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a technical discipline and a strong track record in leading sales teams and developing relationships. This role involves devising sales plans, motivating direct reports, and collaborating across the business for effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading commercial teams and closing new business opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to devise and implement sales plans.
• Strong negotiation skills and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Manage all sales activities to deliver budgeted sales volume.
• Develop and motivate direct reports to achieve customer needs.
• Target market development for future margin growth.
• Collaborate with all business areas for coordinated approaches.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic thinking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Financial awareness

Education

Degree in a science or technical discipline

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an internationally experienced, commercially strong, Sales Manager to join a highly regarded, market-leading company. The company has ambitious plans for significant growth of their speciality vinyl polymers (SVP) through increased market and customer penetration, building stronger relationships, and a relentless commercial approach.

Reporting to the Business Director, SVP, the appointee will be fully accountable for managing all sales activities to deliver budgeted sales volume and gross margin. Responsibilities include devising and implementing sales plans to grow sales, developing, motivating, and leading direct reports to ensure effective delivery of customer needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Devising and implementing sales plans to grow sales in line with the annual budget and 5-year plan
• Developing, motivating, coaching, and leading direct reports to ensure effective delivery of customer needs
• Targeting market and service development as a key component of future margin growth
• Collaborating closely with all areas of the business to ensure common purpose and a coordinated approach

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree level or equivalent in a science or technical discipline
• Track record of inspirational sales team leadership, strategic thinking, and strong teamwork
• High level of integrity and a desire to build strong relationships both internally and externally
• Experienced in leading commercial teams, developing and successfully negotiating and closing new business opportunities

Candidates should demonstrate drive, tenacity, presence, and strong financial awareness, coupled with exemplary communication, data management, and presentation skills.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.