Technical Sales Manager

Moorland Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing speciality chemicals company in London is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to lead a new business unit focused on raw materials for various applications. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of B2B technical sales experience in chemicals and a strong background in chemistry. Responsibilities include developing a sales team, managing customer relationships, and conducting market analysis. The role offers a competitive salary of £55–75k DOE plus bonuses with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of B2B technical sales experience in chemicals.
• Strong Chemistry background is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of a new speciality raw materials business unit.
• Develop and lead a sales team as the unit scales.
• Build and manage key customer relationships.
• Identify new business opportunities in the UK & EU.
• Conduct market analysis and track sales performance.
• Deliver technical and commercial presentations.
• Oversee budgeting, P&L, and profitability.
• Represent the company at industry events.
• Improve sales processes and tools.
• Travel to customers, distributors, and suppliers.

Skills

B2B technical sales experience

Strong Chemistry background

Education

BSc / MSc in Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Technical Sales Manager – Chemicals

Salary : £55–75k DOE + bonuses

Location : London (Hybrid)

A fast-growing UK-based speciality chemicals business is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to lead and grow a new business unit focused on raw materials for food, feed, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. This is a high-impact, commercial role ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and a proven track record in B2B chemical sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive growth of a new speciality raw materials business unit
• Develop and lead a sales team as the unit scales
• Build and manage key customer relationships
• Identify new business opportunities in the UK & EU
• Conduct market analysis and track sales performance
• Deliver technical and commercial presentations
• Oversee budgeting, P&L, and profitability
• Represent the company at industry events
• Improve sales processes and tools
• Travel to customers, distributors, and suppliers

Key Requirements

• 3–5+ years B2B technical sales experience in chemicals
• Strong Chemistry background (BSc / MSc or equivalent)

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