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Chemical & Chromatography Sales Specialist - North UK & Scotland, Nottingham
Client:
Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd
Location:
Nottingham, United Kingdom
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
815e9bdd3000
Job Views:
8
Posted:
03.03.2025
Expiry Date:
17.04.2025
Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Chemical & Chromatography Sales Specialist to join our innovative & fast-paced business covering the North of the UK & Scotland. In this role, you will have significant input over a key sector of our business with established sales/relationships. This role has huge potential for sales growth and to be part of a rapidly growing company at a very exciting phase of our development. This is one of two new roles created due to our expansive growth.
Job Summary:
We are looking for someone that can work both independently and in a team, build good relationships and is well organized to help take our Chemical & Chromatography business to the next level. The position requires someone with a strong technical understanding of chemical/chromatography techniques who is able to leverage that knowledge to sell our product range. Working collaboratively alongside existing sales managers, this position would be responsible for direct selling, product training (internal & external), providing strategic advice, and organizing localized marketing activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Be the go-to person for the Chemical & Chromatography portfolio in your territory with responsibility for growing sales and margin.
* Provide training, guidance, and strategy to help the wider sales force grow their sales.
* Organize local marketing campaigns, assist with product/supplier launches, attend/exhibit at relevant events, and provide product training to the sales team.
* Analyze sales data, identify market trends, and use this information to grow the business.
* Work collaboratively with the wider chemical & chromatography sales team to help grow the business.
The Ideal Candidate:
Although this role requires a variety of competencies, we recognize that not everyone will necessarily have all of these skills on day one. So, we are willing to consider someone with no sales background that has 1-2 years of experience working in a laboratory in a chemical or chromatography setting. A full driving license is essential as visits to customer sites and attendance at conferences & exhibitions across the territory are expected. North UK & Scotland territory is defined approximately as all UK postcodes North of Nottingham and all of Scotland - full list of postcodes available upon request.
About us:
SLS are the UK’s largest independent supplier of laboratory equipment, chemicals & consumables. Because of our independence, we have a unique approach to sourcing & supplying the highest quality, best value products & brands. Supplying to a wide range of sectors provides a diverse & interesting customer base as well as countless opportunities to grow & expand.
Our sales organization is formed in a matrix whereby this position would work alongside existing territory sales representatives and dedicated product specialists, reporting into the General Manager for Chemicals & Chromatography. As the largest independent laboratory distributor in the UK, this is an exciting opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best people in the industry.
We have offices across the UK, ROI, and East Africa with our main office based in Nottingham. We are also part of the larger European group Dominique Dutscher, making us the largest independent laboratory distributor in Europe. It is an especially exciting time to join us as we have recently moved into our new, purpose-built 56,000 sq ft headquarters at Fairham Business Park.
We are passionate about our people & have developed a strong team dynamic that is welcoming & supportive of new individuals joining the company with a brilliant management team to support you as you find your feet in the role. We are also proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
Alongside our commitment to your professional & personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:
* Competitive salary with generous quarterly and annual bonus incentives linked to performance against sales targets.
* Car allowance/Company car.
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Company pension.
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave.
* Small, friendly, & sociable teams with staff events.
* Career opportunities for development & progression.
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