European Sales Director - Advanced Chemicals

Our client, a dynamic entity in Europe’s specialty chemicals industry, is expanding its sales leadership team and seeks a results-driven sales leader. This role will be pivotal in propelling growth and increasing market presence across Europe, blending technical knowledge with strategic insight.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and distribution partners.
2. Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify and seize growth opportunities in European markets.
3. Lead initiatives to expand product reach across diverse industrial sectors.
4. Develop cooperative strategies to strengthen distributor relationships.
5. Engage directly with clients through regular travel within Europe (10-12 days per month).

Minimum Requirements:

1. Minimum 10 years’ experience in sales within the chemical industry, with a proven track record.
2. In-depth knowledge of chemical science fundamentals.
3. A bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
4. Success managing multi-national sales territories and various customer types.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
6. Fluent in English; additional European languages are advantageous.
7. Willingness to undertake regular travel commitments (10-12 days per month).

Compensation and Benefits:

1. Competitive annual salary between €100,000 and €150,000.
2. Flexibility to work remotely.
3. Significant professional autonomy in a high-growth environment.
4. Annual performance-based bonus (starting from the second year).
5. Excellent career development prospects within a growing organization.

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