National Sales Manager

Merritt Recruitment; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of industrial chemicals is seeking an experienced National Sales Manager to drive revenue growth and market expansion. In this hybrid role, you'll develop sales strategies, lead a high-performing team, and build strong customer relationships within a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading teams and developing sales strategies.
• Excellent commercial awareness; industry knowledge in chemicals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sales strategy alongside the commercial director.
• Lead and develop sales and customer services teams to optimize revenue.
• Analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales Strategy Development

Customer Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

National Sales Manager - Industrial Chemicals & Minerals

Hybrid Working - Office located in Yorkshire, UK

Our client is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals and minerals and part of an international organisation who are seeking an experienced sales chemical professional. As Sales Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of revenue growth and market expansion, driving profitability while leading a high-performing Sales and Customer Services team. You’ll cultivate strong customer relationships, shape game-changing market strategies, and ensure solutions are presented with maximum impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sales strategy alongside the Commercial Director/MD

• Lead and develop the Sales and Customer Services teams to optimize revenue and profitability

• Analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities

• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to align product availability with demand

• Communicate value propositions through compelling proposals and presentations

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships

• Monitor competitor activity and sector-specific trends

• Oversee sales budgets and customer account direction

• Support customer and product technical enquiries, conducting visits as necessary

• Ensure prompt resolution of customer complaints in line with procedures

• Drive new product and market development initiatives

• Lead marketing strategy and maintain up-to-date records on industry players

• Manage sales databases and ensure timely submission of reports and forecasts

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience leading teams and developing sales strategies

• Degree in a relevant field

• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of closing deals

• Experience in managing marketing strategies

• Excellent commercial awareness; industry knowledge in chemicals with experience in water treatment, construction, civil engineering, environmental applications is advantageous

• Full clean driving licence

• Must live within a reasonable commute to the site and be willing to be onsite 2 days per week

• Sponsorship is not available with this role

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In return you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package.