Technical Sales Associate

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Sales Associate to enhance its UV-curable business. This role combines the excitement of a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to leverage your strong chemistry background and business acumen. You will be pivotal in fostering customer relationships and exploring new business ventures while staying ahead of industry trends. Join a forward-thinking company that values trust, transparency, and customer-centricity, and be part of a team that is committed to innovation and excellence in the specialty chemicals sector.

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and chemistry background required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support company's strategy in the European market.
• Maintain relationships with key customers and seek new opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify growth areas.

Skills

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Market Analysis

Negotiation Abilities

Education

BSc in Chemistry

MSc in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CRM Software

ERP Software

Job description

Job Title: Technical Sales Associate

Founded in 2018, Anstar is a dynamic start-up speciality chemicals distributor. We've quickly become leaders in the UV-curing space, capturing >40% of the Photoinitiators market in the UK and >45% across Europe. Our success is due to our lean, customer-focused approach and strong technical support. We are also at the forefront of developing our own innovative products.

Anstar is widely recognised and highly regarded in the industry for exemplifying our core philosophies: trust, transparency, ethical conduct, and unwavering customer-centricity. These values have helped us forge strong partnerships with suppliers and customers who are at the heart of our business.

Our global supply chain, European warehousing and local support team ensure that Anstar can offer the highest quality chemical products and provide an unrivalled end-to-end streamlined service for our clients whilst remaining competitive.

We are seeking an ambitious individual with a strong chemistry background, sharp commercial acumen and adept critical thinking abilities to strengthen our UV-curable business. This role will offer an invigorating blend of challenges, a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to foster an entrepreneurial spirit. You will play a pivotal role in nurturing existing customer relationships while supporting the growth of new business ventures.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Support the company in its strategy to develop within the European market
2. Maintain strong relationships with key customers, understanding their needs, and providing exceptional customer service
3. Pro-actively search for new customers in the European market
4. Stay ahead of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities. Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential growth areas, customer demands, and emerging opportunities
5. Assist with tracking sales performance, analysing key metrics, and preparing regular reports on sales activities and revenue forecasts
6. Produce company presentations and assist in presenting to potential and current customers
7. Continuously evaluate and improve sales processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction

Essential requirements for the role:

1. You have strong business acumen
2. You have a Chemistry or (related science) degree (BSc/ MSc from a reputable university) and are technically proficient in this area
3. You are able to conduct market analysis, marketing and sales planning
4. You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and have high interpersonal competence and negotiation abilities
5. You can produce client-ready presentations
6. You are highly proficient in working with technology (laptops, phones) and Microsoft software (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

Advantageous/desirable section

1. Direct experience in UV-curing market or have a background in coatings/inks/paints
2. Masters/ PhD in Chemistry
3. Proficiency with CRM and ERP software

Candidates who successfully pass the CV screening stage will be invited to be interviewed via video call and then face-to-face where possible.

We very much look forward to hearing from you.

The Anstar Team

Equal Opportunity: Anstar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.