Sales Manager Polymers

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the polymer distribution sector is looking for a motivated Sales Manager to oversee activities in the UK. The role involves identifying new business opportunities and managing client relationships, requiring expertise in the polymer market. The successful candidate will play a vital role in driving growth and enhancing the company's market presence.

Qualifications

• Experienced in distribution sales of polymers in the UK market.
• Technical and commercial knowledge of Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS.
• Strong supplier negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new clients and develop existing clientele for commodity plastics.
• Manage trading operations and increase sales volumes of commodities.
• Develop sales strategies for targeted markets.

Skills

Sales Management

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

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Sales Manager Polymers, south west london

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Client:

Astrantia Talent

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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 placed itself at the forefront of leading distributors for Polymers and Chemicals across the globe.

Overview

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and driven individual to join the team as a Sales Manager. In this position, you will be responsible for managing sales activities for the company's Polymers portfolio in the UK.

You will play a critical role in identifying and developing new business opportunities, as well as maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter looking to contribute significantly to the growth of this business and advance their career in sales within the polymer industry.

Responsibilities:

• Prospecting for new clients and developing existing clientele in UK & Ireland for commodity plastics trading & distribution.
• Developing and increasing sales volumes of commodities such as Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS.
• Managing trading operations.
• Developing and implementing sales strategies for targeted markets and proactively contributing to business development activities.
• Determining the conditions of purchase and sale of commodities for Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS sold by the company.
• Monitoring and supervising the logistical processing of sales and supply orders from suppliers with the help of the assistant team.
• Recovering invoices related to the commercial transactions you handle.
• Performing other tasks assigned by your manager.

Qualifications:

• Ideally, experienced in distribution sales of polymers in the UK market.
• Technical and commercial knowledge of products like Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC, PET, and PS is advantageous.
• Experience in purchasing materials from European and non-European suppliers.
• Product management and strong supplier negotiation skills.
• Project management experience, particularly in managing business pipelines.