UK Sales Manager Speciality Chemicals
* Salary up to £60,000 + bonus + company car
* Join a leading distributor and manufacturer in the global colour market
* You'll have several years direct sales and some sales management experience in chemicals
* Must have an existing right to work in the UK
* Full UK driving license
Merritt Recruitment is hiring a driven UK Sales Manager for a leading distributor and manufacturer in the global colour market (coatings, plastics, inks). This is a key role leading the sales team, growing market share, and managing major customer and principal relationships.
What Youll Do
* Drive growth and open new opportunities
* Lead and motivate internal and external sales teams
* Manage key accounts and support territory sales
* Build strong principal relationships (strategy, pricing, reporting)
* Ensure fast follow-up on quotes and samples
* Bring on new principals and product lines
* Support the team with product training
* Maintain strong stock and supply chain performance
* Track market trends and competitor activity
What You Need
* 510 years field sales experience in speciality chemicals
* BSc or equivalent in science or business
* Strong leadership and commercial drive
* Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
* Full UK driving licence
What Youll GetCompetitive salary, strong bonus potential, company car, and genuine career growth in a fast-moving, ambitious business.Ready to step up? Apply now.
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