Position: National Account Manager – Chemical Raw Ingredients
Location: Stockport
Salary: £Negotiable depending on experience
The Company: Chemical Distributor
The Role:
• Looking for a commercially driven National Account Manager to manage and grow key accounts while identifying new business opportunities across the UK and Europe.
• This is a dynamic role combining account management and business development, suited to someone with an entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive approach to customer engagement.
• Manage and develop relationships with key national accounts
• Identify and win new business opportunities within target markets
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements
• Attend customer meetings, site visits, and industry exhibitions across the UK & EU
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and pricing movements
• Work closely with internal teams (procurement, logistics, operations) to ensure smooth delivery
• Maintain accurate CRM records and reporting – SAGE 200
• Regular travel across the UK & Europe (customers, exhibitions)
• Occasional visits to suppliers, warehouses, and distribution centres
Requirements:
• 5–7 years’ experience in Sales/ chemical B2B sales (raw materials)
• Strong account management and relationship-building skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a positive and proactive approach
• Proven ability to develop sales strategies and drive revenue growth
• Experience managing and mentoring team members
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Industry knowledge
• Training in REACH, ISO, or similar – desirable