Technical Sales executive VP Europe

.The Job European/global. Travel necessary

Managing the sales and technical relationships between a speciality chemicals manufacturer and its industrial scale customers and prospects in Europe.

Required Attributes of candidate

• Honours Degree, MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Wood Science
• Extensive experience of implementing technical solutions in large scale manufacturing environments
• At least 5 years’ experience of working collaboratively with internal and customer R&D teams
• At least 5 years’ experience of managing senior management level commercial relationships with large-scale industrial manufacturing clients
• Extensive experience of using on-line and PC-based tools for customer technical and commercial presentations
• Excellent literacy, numeracy, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record in business development and revenue generation
• Ability to work remotely as required, and on own initiative
• Happy to travel extensively in Europe and possibly beyond

Additional desirable attributes

• Experience of at least one of forest products/thermal and acoustic insulation/industrial fabrics manufacturing
• Experience of fire protection and other speciality additives
• Fluent English language and conversational proficiency in at least one European language
• Located near a major internation air travel hub
• Prepared to work on a long-contract consultancy basis

The successful candidate will be both a critical part of the growth and development of the company, and a key member of the operational management team. Excellent opportunity for career progression in a fast growing and potentially very large business.