Business Development Manager

Description:

We are looking for an experienced Development Chemist with a passion for driving business growth and building strong client relationships. The successful candidate will be applying their experience in a sales and commercial setting.

Position: Development Chemist
Location: Hybrid / Field-based
Salary: £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Benefits: Company Car, 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, free parking, employee assistance program, life assurance cover, generous paid sick scheme, company pension scheme, voluntary medical cash benefit plan, potential for a sales bonus.

The company is an independent chemical manufacturing business specializing in the manufacturing of intermediates for industries including Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Rubber, Polymer, Food & Beverage, and more. The business is on a growth path where they continue to hit ambitious targets year on year, with the Development Chemist being instrumental in continuing their progress.

Reporting directly to the Sales & Commercial Manager, the Development Chemist will be a crucial member of the sales team. This role involves close collaboration with the R&D team to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities in existing and emerging markets. The position is predominantly field based, requiring travel across Europe to develop new business and manage existing client relationships. All travel and accommodation expenses are covered by the business.

Key Responsibilities of the Development Chemist:

Achieve sales and revenue targets for new and recently developed products.

Maintain regular contact with customers, distributors, and agents.
Develop a deep understanding of the markets served to identify new business opportunities.
Network with senior decision-makers to negotiate and secure sales.
Represent our company at key trade and industry events in the UK, Europe, and occasionally North America.
Monitor the performance of agents and key accounts to ensure sales targets are met.
Identify and recruit new agents where necessary.
Project manage and deliver assigned projects.
Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Customer Services to ensure customer satisfaction and fulfillment.Ideal Candidate:

Extensive experience in the Chemicals business sector or a related industry.
Strong understanding of chemistry and it's industrial applications.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and an accomplished negotiator/communicator.
Keen attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.Working Hours: This is a full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate travel requirements.

For further information regarding the Development Chemist please apply directly