Key Account Sales Manager – Activated Carbon Products and Services

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental solutions is looking for a Key Account Sales Manager to manage and develop major accounts in the UK and Europe. This role offers growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to significant projects in various industries such as Air Filtration and Water Management, with extensive travel involved.

Benefits

Car or car allowance

Bonus structure

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of sales management experience in activated carbon.
• Ability to grow accounts through strategic partnerships.
• Self-motivated with good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing accounts across the UK and Europe.
• Develop new client accounts and market presence.
• Collaborate with regional sales teams and distribution networks.

Skills

Sales management experience

Technical knowledge of activated carbon

Leadership and coaching skills

Communication and influencing

Data-driven decision making

Excellent IT skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related Science

Job description

Key Account Sales Manager – Activated Carbon Products and Services

Salary up to £60k (Depending on experience) + bonus, car or car allowance + benefits

Location: United Kingdom, Home based

Job Description

Carbon Activated Europe, a member of the Carbon Activated Group, is seeking a Key Account Sales Manager to join our European sales team. The role involves managing and developing major accounts across the UK and Europe, focusing on activated carbon products and services for industries such as Air Filtration, Biogas, Chemicals, Food and Beverage, Remediation, Water, and Wastewater.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of sales management experience in activated carbon, with strong technical knowledge, a proven track record of success, and the ability to grow new and existing accounts through collaboration and strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing accounts across the UK and Europe.
• Develop new client accounts and expand market presence.
• Collaborate with regional sales teams and distribution networks.
• Travel 25-50% for customer visits, trade shows, and training.
• Manage relationships with channel partners, agents, and distributors.

Requirements

• Current experience as a Key Account or Account Manager in relevant sectors.
• Experience in industries such as Air Filtration, Biogas, Chemicals, etc.
• Degree in Chemistry or related Science, or equivalent experience with additional business qualifications.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills for managing external teams.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and data-driven with excellent IT and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Europe.

Additional Information

This role offers significant growth opportunities within a fast-growing, global manufacturer committed to environmental solutions. Successful candidates will have the chance to develop their careers and be rewarded for their achievements.