Sales Manager Polymers

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in polymer distribution seeks a motivated Sales Manager to oversee their Polymers portfolio in the UK. This role entails building client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and executing sales strategies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in polymer sales and product management, contributing to the company's growth and success in the industry.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in UK polymer distribution sales.
• Knowledge of purchasing from European and non-European suppliers.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and managing business pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Prospecting and developing new clients in the UK & Ireland.
• Increasing sales volumes of polymer commodities.
• Developing sales strategies and managing trading operations.

Skills

Product Management

Supplier Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Experience in distribution sales of polymers

Tools

Technical knowledge of Polyethylene

Technical knowledge of Polypropylene

Technical knowledge of PVC

Technical knowledge of PET

Technical knowledge of PS

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Sales Manager Polymers, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Client:

Astrantia Talent

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Area Sales Manager Polymer Raw Materials, United Kingdom

We have been retained as exclusive recruitment partner for a business that has been operating and growing internationally since the 1980s.

With over 40 years of experience and continuous development to partner with leading producers in the industry, the company has positioned itself as a leading distributor for Polymers and Chemicals globally.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven individual to join as a Sales Manager. You will be responsible for managing sales activities for the company's Polymers portfolio in the UK.

Your role includes identifying and developing new business opportunities and maintaining relationships with existing clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter aiming to contribute to the company's growth and advance their career in polymer sales.

Responsibilities:

• Prospecting new clients and developing existing clientele in the UK & Ireland for Commodity Plastics Trading & Distribution.
• Increasing sales volumes of commodities such as Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS.
• Managing trading operations.
• Developing and implementing sales strategies and contributing to business development.
• Setting terms of purchase and sale for commodities like Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS.
• Supervising logistical processing of sales and supply orders in collaboration with the team.
• Recovering invoices related to transactions.
• Performing other tasks as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• Experience in distribution sales of polymers in the UK market is preferred.
• Technical and commercial knowledge of products such as Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS is advantageous.
• Experience in purchasing materials from European and non-European suppliers.
• Strong product management and supplier negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing business pipelines and project management skills.