Product Manager

Kaminskyconsulting; Manchester; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical goods distributor is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the sales of specialty chemicals, such as resins and additives, in the UK. This field-based role requires a Science Degree in Chemistry or related fields with prior sales or purchasing experience. The position offers a salary up to £55,000 per annum, a company car, and additional benefits. Key responsibilities include achieving revenue targets, attending trade shows, and cultivating customer relationships.

Benefits

Company car

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Hold a Science Degree in relevant fields.
• Prior experience in sales or purchasing is essential.
• Ability to meet budgeted targets and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Achieve budgeted targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Increase revenue, gross margin, and customer base.
• Represent the company at trade exhibitions and industry events.
• Provide business development proposals.
• Cultivate relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Travel within the UK and occasionally internationally.

Skills

Sales experience

Understanding of specialty chemicals

Relationship management

Education

Science Degree in Chemistry / Polymer Science / Material Science / Chemical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Product Manager to oversee the sales of specialty chemicals—such as resins and additives—to manufacturers in the UK, specifically within the surface coatings, paints, adhesives, and construction industries. This Product Manager role will primarily involve managing all aspects of a key global principal, while also developing the market for the broader specialty range.

The company distributes goods from some of the world's leading chemical manufacturers, offering over 2,500 options in various packaging sizes, including intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and bulk road tanker quantities.

This Product Manager is a field-based role covering the Northern territory (from North Wales through Stoke, North Derbyshire, North Nottinghamshire, and Lincolnshire upwards). The position offers a salary of up to £55,000 per annum, along with a company car and additional benefits.

Responsibilities

• Achieve budgeted targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Increase revenue, gross margin, and customer base, collaborating with the principal to establish a business growth plan aligned with annual budget targets.
• Represent the company at trade exhibitions and relevant industry events.
• Provide well-qualified and quantified business development proposals.
• Cultivate strong relationships with customers, principals, and colleagues across all stakeholder groups.
• Work closely with the Specialties Team and QMS to meet customer and principal requirements, enhancing service levels for both.
• Travel within the UK and occasionally internationally (for training and trade shows) to drive substantial sales growth.

To be considered for this Product Manager position, candidates should hold a Science Degree in Chemistry / Polymer Science / Material Science / Chemical Engineering with prior experience in sales or purchasing.

Please apply directly for more information on this Product Manager opportunity.