Sales Manager - South Region

AkzoNobel; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in paints and coatings are seeking a skilled professional for business development in the Auto OEM and Industrial segments in Long Eaton, England. This role involves managing relationships with key accounts, driving OEM sales, and working closely with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a minimum of 8 years of B2B experience, ideally with team management skills. A degree in paint technology or chemical engineering is required, with an MBA considered a plus. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a pioneering company focused on sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in B2B industry.
• Experience in team management with sales KPIs is an advantage.
• Familiarity with CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive Auto OEM / CV sales through Applicators.
• Manage customer line and process audits.
• Ensure budget delivery within approved margins.

Skills

Relationship management

B2B sales

Demand planning

Team management

CRM exposure

Education

Degree or Diploma in Paint Technology

Degree in Chemical Engineering

MSc Chemistry

MBA

Job description

About AkzoNobel

Since , we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Job Purpose

• Business development and execution for Auto OEM & CV & Industrial Segment
• Relationship management with OEMs and large Key Accounts to ensure business continuity and growth.
• Collaborative approach in commercial and service activities and work with supply chain, R&D, QC , logistics & Technical service manager.
• Drive OEM sales and business development in Auto segment, CV, Industries etc
• Collection

Key Accountabilities

• Sales to Auto OEM applicators & CV / industrial customers as per AkzoNobel norms.
• Work closely with cross functional team to ensure adequate support.
• Deliver AOP revenue in the specified area.
• New projects follow up and approvals based on OEM Colour audits.
• Drive CRM process.
• Coordinate with parent OEM country team for getting timely support in India.
• Represent Akzo in OEM discussions / Applicator level.
• Connect with Tier 1 / Tier 2
• lesioning with R&D on new development
• Work with TS team for service and delighted customers.
• Proper Demand Planning

Key Activities

• Drive Auto OEM / CV & Industries sales through Applicators
• Drive budget delivery within approved business agreed margins.
• Ensure customer line and process audits and adherence of OEM MS specifications I applicator lines.
• Any other decisions as delegated by Line Manager verbally or in writing
• Credit limits and Payment Efficiency of customers
• Demand and Forecast management – internal and external.
• Team Management

Experience

• Minimum 08 Years experience in B2B industry .
• Experience in Team management in sales KPIs will be added advantage.
• CRM Exposure

Education

• Degree or Diploma in Paint Technology OR Degree in Chemical Engineering OR MSC Chemistry.
• MBA is added advantage.

EEO Statement

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.