Chemical Sales Team Talent

Below are examples of candidates we are currently working with who are available for new opportunities and actively seeking their next career move, within the industrial chemicals vertical.

This is not an exhaustive list, but rather a snapshot of the type of candidates we are working with currently within the sector. 

Other specialisms are covered.

International Sales Manager #43475

15+ years international experience, chemical sales experience across APAC and EMEA

  • Oversaw the UK team, managing a total of 15 staff and servicing 150+ customers.
  • Develop, coach, and mentor team members to enhance knowledge and skills through customer feedback, KPIs, performance reviews, and training needs assessments.
  • Ensure consistent high-quality service by monitoring team workloads.
  • Delegate tasks and establish regular team objectives to drive performance.
  • Compile and present monthly team analysis during review meetings for ongoing communication.
  • Evaluate customer groups and generate monthly statistics for reporting to customer service leadership.
  • Conduct thorough investigations and resolve escalated customer complaints by implementing effective corrective and preventative measures.
  • Review and authorise customer concern forms to ensure appropriate follow-up.
  • Address escalated staff issues, maintaining positive working relationships throughout the resolution process.
  • Collaborate closely with leaders and senior advisors to identify and implement improvements.
  • Complete performance appraisals and reviews for group leaders and senior advisors.
  • Encourage functional cross-training within the team to build versatility.
  • Implement and enhance the quality management system in compliance with ISO:9001 standards.

Territory Sales Specialist #55266

10+ years experience leading chemical and industrial products sales activities  across their territory

  • Acting as the primary Technical Sales Specialist for specified region, visiting a diverse customer base regularly.
  • Facilitating upgrades to advanced chemistry solutions while managing projects and trials to transition customers from competitors.
  • Overseeing 100+ accounts, handling pricing adjustments, stock management, delivery queries, and processing purchase orders and quotes.
  • Providing on-site technical support to sales teams.
  • Conducting monthly customer audits to ensure service quality.
  • Evaluating existing technologies and recommending enhancements.
  • Identifying faults and collecting samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Adjusting pricing for customer accounts as needed.
  • Preparing and submitting quotes to Sales Representatives and clients.
  • Distributing MSDS and TDS documentation to customers.

Sales Manager #25600

8+ years industrial products sales experience

  • Consistently achieving personal sales exceeding £1.5m annually.
  • Managing long-standing customer accounts to drive year-on-year growth.
  • Enhancing visibility with architects and specifiers to increase market presence.
  • Fostering repeat business through proactive follow-ups on quotes and orders.
  • Providing after-sales support to customers and the sales team.
  • Negotiating large orders and resolving customer complaints effectively.
  • Maintaining business processes and acting as deputy for the group sales manager when necessary.
  • Assisting in the creation of content and written materials for technical product applications.
  • Driving divisional sales for waterproofing exceeding £4m from the London branch.
  • Tracking large projects and managing data through our CRM system.
  • Identifying and developing new business opportunities with prospective customers.
  • Building relationships with customers alongside branch teams for enhanced support.
  • Generating leads from specifications and supplier insights to maximise sales potential.

Project Sales Manager #25680

5+ years specialist chemical sales experience

  • Overseeing a core portfolio of chemicals and inorganics.
  • Managed a total spend of £6.5m over the past year.
  • Fostering relationships with new and existing suppliers to enhance cost efficiency.
  • One product accounted for 66% of total gross profit across my managed range.
  • Established international partnerships to bolster dual sourcing capabilities.
  • Products under management contributed to 54% of total gross profit over the last year.
  • Leading 10 account managers by providing insights on current market trends to help exceed sales targets.
  • Conducting daily evaluations of stock levels, market trends, import statistics, and account manager performance.

Senior Account Manager / Exec #25485

9+ years chemical sales and team leadership experience

  • Conducted daily cold calls to build and expand the client pipeline.
  • Proactively identified and pursued new clients through various channels.
  • Established and nurtured strong relationships with clients both over the phone and in person.
  • Acquired product knowledge to effectively sell to new clients.
  • Generated quotes and managed all related paperwork independently.
  • Handled incoming customer inquiries and ensured resolution of their cases.
  • Communicated essential information and documentation to customers via email.
  • Contacted multiple customers daily to promote and sell products.
  • Made between 60 to 70 calls each day to drive sales.

Administrator #6582765

2 years experience in current hands-on administration role 

  • Booked orders online and by phone, ensuring accurate processing and prompt confirmations.
  • Developed delivery sheets for efficient logistics and effective order tracking.
  • Logged door 6 entries into the system for accurate record-keeping.
  • Addressed customer inquiries by phone with swift, professional assistance.
  • Managed emails on bookings, missing orders, and management inquiries for clear communication and quick resolutions.
  • Scanned and printed documents to keep filing organised and operations efficient.
  • Represented HR in meetings, engaging in discussions on employee welfare and policies.
  • Worked with FedEx, managing exports, dispatch, and door operations.
  • Created purchase orders for suppliers, capturing all necessary details for procurement.
  • Followed up with suppliers on overdue deliveries to ensure timely fulfillment.
  • Activated and dispatched orders, completing all processes efficiently and per company standards.

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Group Director

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We thoroughly screen candidates using relevant techniques which can include referencing, psychometric tests (situational judgment, behavioural, competency), integrity assessments, skills evaluations, and online presence reviews. This comprehensive approach ensures that we present the best-fit, thoroughly vetted candidates.

We are able to support our clients with temporary (hourly or daily rate payrolled through us), fixed-term contract, and permanent recruitment solutions. We offer a number of delivery options for permanent projects, depending on the specific needs and complexity of the brief

Yes, we have  numerous case studies available that we can send over to you that outline previous successful recruitment projects we have delivered that would be relevant to your organisation.

We support our clients across sales, operational, engineering, finance, HR, and administration teams within their businesses.

We work hard to make sure every placement is the right fit, leading to a successful project. This is the case in over 90% of our projects. As a safety net for our clients, we back up our work with a standard, free replacement period.

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