Key Account Sales Manager – Activated Carbon Products and Services

JR United Kingdom; Luton; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of activated carbon products is seeking a Key Account Sales Manager. This role involves managing key accounts across the UK and Europe, requiring extensive experience in sales management and technical knowledge in environmental sectors. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and leadership, showcasing a record of successful account growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of activated carbon sales management experience.
• Experience in Air Filtration, Biogas, Chemicals, Food and Beverage sectors.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing of activated carbon products.

Responsibilities

• Develop major accounts across the UK and Europe.
• Manage and grow existing accounts, build new client relationships.
• Work closely with regional sales teams and distribution networks.

Skills

Sales management

Technical expertise

Account management

Leadership

Communication

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

A Key Account Sales Manager is required at Carbon Activated Europe, part of the Carbon Activated Group, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of activated carbon products and services.

Due to growth in our European operations (Bristol UK, Dortmund Germany, Gdansk Poland), we are expanding our sales team in the United Kingdom. You will have 3-5 years of activated carbon sales management experience in areas such as Air Filtration, Biogas, Chemicals, Food and Beverage, Remediation, Water Purification, and Wastewater Filtration. As a Key Account Sales Manager, you will develop major accounts across the UK and Europe, working closely with regional sales teams and distribution networks. You should have a proven track record of success in sales and marketing of activated Carbon products and services, with the ability to grow accounts through personal sales efforts, technical expertise, collaboration, and partnerships.

Requirements:

• Currently working as a Key Account Sales Manager or similar role, seeking broader responsibilities.
• Experience in sectors like Air Filtration, Biogas, Chemicals, Food and Beverage, Remediation, Water, Wastewater, and related purification products.
• Ability to manage and grow existing accounts and develop new client relationships, working with UK and European teams.
• Willing to travel 25-50% across Europe for customer visits, trade shows, and training.
• Degree in Chemistry or related Science, supported by business qualifications and industry experience.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of coaching and developing external teams.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, data-driven, with excellent IT, organizational, and planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to motivate, influence, and take ownership of tasks.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing, global manufacturer in a market with increasing demand for clean water and air purification products. Successful candidates will have opportunities for career progression and rewards based on performance.