Sales Manager and Ireland

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.

• 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

• 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

Competitive salary, strong bonus potential, company car, and genuine career growth in a fast-moving, ambitious business.

Ready to step up? Apply now.