Junior Sales Manager (m/f/d) – Chemical Raw Materials

Nagase Europa GmbH; Şişli; Hybrid; TRY 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Small, dynamic international team

Competitive salary with socialSecurity

Meal and transportation support

Job summary

Nagase Europa GmbH in Istanbul, Türkiye, seeks an experienced Junior Sales Manager (m/f/d) in chemical raw materials to expand business in Türkiye and globally. You will manage existing accounts, win new customers, and drive growth across monomers, pigments, solvents, resins, hardeners and additives.

Qualifications include 5+ years in chemical raw materials sales, Turkish and English fluency, and SAP knowledge. A hybrid work model and international travel are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of direct sales experience in chemical raw materials (paints, coatings, inks, resins, adhesives)
• Proven track record in B2B sales, customer development and new business acquisition
• Fluency in Turkish and English, written and spoken
• Knowledge of international trade procedures and Incoterms

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing customer accounts and acquire new customers in Türkiye and international markets
• Develop sales of chemical raw materials (monomers, pigments, solvents, resins, hardeners, additives)
• Identify new business opportunities and build relationships with customers, suppliers, and Nagase Group companies
• Coordinate quotations, orders, deliveries and import/export documentation
• Negotiate commercial terms within Incoterms and collaborate on new product development

Skills

B2B sales

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

International travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your mission

NAGASE (EUROPA) GmbH, part of the globally operating NAGASE Group, provides innovative technologies, high-quality materials, and customized solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.

To strengthen our team in Istanbul, Türkiye, we are looking for an experienced Junior Sales Manager (m/f/d) – Chemical Raw Materials with a proven track record in the chemical raw materials business, particularly in the paints, coatings, printing inks, resins, and adhesives industries.

You will be responsible for developing existing customer relationships, acquiring new customers, and driving business growth in Türkiye and international markets.

• Manage existing customer accounts and acquire new customers
• Develop sales of chemical raw materials, including monomers, pigments, solvents, resins, hardeners, and additives
• Identify and develop new business opportunities in Türkiye and international markets, including Africa
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and NAGASE Group companies
• Coordinate quotations, orders, deliveries, and import/export documentation
• Negotiate commercial terms and manage offers in accordance with applicable Incoterms rules
• Collaborate with international suppliers and customers on new product development and market opportunities

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years of direct sales experience in chemical raw materials, with proven experience in the paints, coatings, printing inks, resins, or adhesives industries. This industry-specific experience is a mandatory requirement
• Strong knowledge of relevant chemical raw materials, such as monomers, pigments, solvents, resins, hardeners, and additives
• Proven experience in B2B sales, customer development, and new business acquisition
• Fluency in Turkish and English, both written and spoken
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of international trade procedures and Incoterms rules
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, customer-oriented, and reliable working style
• Willingness to travel internationally

Why us?

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working model
• Small, dynamic, international team with structured onboarding
• Opportunity to actively contribute to business growth
• Competitive salary package, including social security and health coverage
• Paid annual leave, plus meal and transportation support