Sales & Market Development Manager

Aurorium; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Sales & Market Development Manager in Liverpool. This role requires a dynamic individual with over 3 years of sales experience in the industrial markets to drive growth and foster customer relationships. The successful candidate will engage in extensive travel across the UK and have the ability to execute strategic sales plans effectively. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to business expansion and make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in industrial markets.
• Proof of developing successful sales plans.
• Understanding of key markets and value propositions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a territory of Customer Accounts linked to the Enhance Business Unit.
• Drive sales growth and identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of industrial markets

Strong communication skills

Analytical capabilities

Customer relationship development

Organizational skills

Education

University degree in business or technical field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

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Sales & Market Development Manager, Liverpool

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Client:

Aurorium

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

The Sales and Market Development Manager for Aurorium's Enhance Business Unit will be responsible for driving sales growth and market expansion across key sectors including Electronics, Coatings, Sizings, Paints & Inks, and Oil, Water and Gas. This role will focus on executing a value-based sales strategy, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering strong customer relationships. The individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align sales initiatives with business objectives and deliver high-quality solutions to customers. Role Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage a territory of Customer Accounts linked to the Enhance Business Unit
• Drive sales growth across the Enhance Business Unit's target markets
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and strategic partnerships
• Execute value-based sales strategies to demonstrate Aurorium's differentiated value proposition
• Define and maintain a comprehensive territory plan for the region, outlining key market segments, growth opportunities, and strategic priorities.
• Develop and maintain detailed account plans for key accounts within the region to drive customer engagement, growth, and retention.
• Consistently deliver on monthly and quarterly AOP (Annual Operating Plan) revenue and profitability targets
• Identify growth areas for the assigned product areas on an on-going basis
• Work closely with customers to manage developmental projects from initial formulation development through to commercial launch
• Build and maintain a healthy project pipeline
• Effectively communicate all customer interactions in a timely manner through the company CRM system
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, R&D, and operations to deliver customer-centric solutions
• Support the negotiation and renewal of customer contracts

Compliance:

• Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
• Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
• Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

• Active participation in continuous improvement activities
• Participates in problem-solving
• Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
• Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members
• Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Qualifications/Desired Skills

Education and Qualifications:

• University level business or technical degree, (major in Chemistry is preferred)

Experience:

• 3+ years of sales experience, selling to the industrial markets
• Knowledge and history of selling in a variety of industrial markets within the UK
• Proven track record of developing sales plans and following up on the execution to achieve growth goals

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ready to travel extensively (70%) throughout the UK
• Knowledge and understanding of key markets
• Broad understanding of steps needed to communicate a strong value proposition
• Ability to prospect for new accounts and new growth opportunities
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with external and internal customers
• Ability to develop relationships at multiple levels within an organization and to multiple functions
• Experience with open ended questioning skills
• Able to communicate effectively, both spoken and written
• Proactively utilize the CRM system (Salesforce) to advance sales and communicate efficiently with all stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and analytical capabilities
• Bias for action and results oriented
• Must be a self-starter and able to operate with limited supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including formal presentation skills before both small and large groups
• Demonstrated skills in understanding customer needs
• Very good at interpersonal skills
• Experience in a global organization
• Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
  • credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions
  • outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact
  • driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness
  • empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standards