Are you a commercially focussed professional in the UK personal care or homecare industry? Do you love sales and working with brands and manufacturers? Are you the sort of person that isn't afraid to pick up the phone and make contact with industry contacts? Are you self motivated, target driven and exceptionally well organised? Then this could be your next opportunity One of the leading names in the personal care & homecare ingredient distribution space is looking to hire an 'Internal Sales & Support Executive' to their West Yorkshire based team. Joining a team of sales managers, you will be involved with taking over a portfolio of active and dormant accounts, typically manufacturers of cosmetic, personal care and homecare products across the UK. You will be expected to grow and manage your account base, through internal and outbound communications and hence a confident, articulate telephone manner is essential. What you will do: Managing an agreed level of internal accounts by generating revenue for the company. Identifying potential customers through research and outreach. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers. Following up with customers to make sure that they are satisfied with a particular quotation/product/sample. Negotiating terms of sale, pricing, and contracts with customers Preparing sales reports and forecasts for management. Develop a good understanding of he company's products to effectively communicate product offerings to customers. Collaborate with the sales team by providing information, generating quotes, and assisting in the sales process to meet targets. Coordinating with other departments to ensure timely delivery and fulfillment. Gather customer feedback and insights to contribute to product/service improvements and enhance overall customer experience. What you will need: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Personal Care industry. Proficiency in CRM software and sales tools. Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proactive approach and strong organisational skills. Competence in negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts. Customer relationship management and support skills. Analytical skills for maintaining accurate sales records and preparing reports. Note - This role offers hybrid flexibility with 2 days per week in the office
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Are you a commercially focussed professional in the UK personal care or homecare industry? Do you love sales and working with brands and manufacturers? Are you the sort of person that isn't afraid to pick up the phone and make contact with industry contacts? Are you self motivated, target driven and exceptionally well organised? Then this could be your next opportunity One of the leading names in the personal care & homecare ingredient distribution space is looking to hire an 'Internal Sales & Support Executive' to their West Yorkshire based team. Joining a team of sales managers, you will be involved with taking over a portfolio of active and dormant accounts, typically manufacturers of cosmetic, personal care and homecare products across the UK. You will be expected to grow and manage your account base, through internal and outbound communications and hence a confident, articulate telephone manner is essential. What you will do: Managing an agreed level of internal accounts by generating revenue for the company. Identifying potential customers through research and outreach. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers. Following up with customers to make sure that they are satisfied with a particular quotation/product/sample. Negotiating terms of sale, pricing, and contracts with customers Preparing sales reports and forecasts for management. Develop a good understanding of he company's products to effectively communicate product offerings to customers. Collaborate with the sales team by providing information, generating quotes, and assisting in the sales process to meet targets. Coordinating with other departments to ensure timely delivery and fulfillment. Gather customer feedback and insights to contribute to product/service improvements and enhance overall customer experience. What you will need: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Personal Care industry. Proficiency in CRM software and sales tools. Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proactive approach and strong organisational skills. Competence in negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts. Customer relationship management and support skills. Analytical skills for maintaining accurate sales records and preparing reports. Note - This role offers hybrid flexibility with 2 days per week in the office
Are you Senior Development Chemist within the cosmetic and personal care manufacturing industry? Live and breathe everything suncare, skincare, SPF? Looking to join a leading, well known manufacturer with some of the most credible leaders in the industry? Luckily for you, our client have partnered with Woodstock Recruitment to support them in this hire SPF development will focus as a key pillar in the ambitious growth plan, and will provide an opportunity for the successful applicant to make the role their own, being the internal expert, the go to person for all things SPF What you will do: Lead the formulation and development of innovative, globally compliant SPF products. Oversee all aspects of SPF product scale-up, including pilot batches, factory trials, and first production runs. Represent the technical team in customer meetings and presentations, working closely with the Commercial team. Manage and mentor at least one lab technician, supporting their professional development. Train and upskill R&D colleagues in SPF formulation and testing. Collaborate with suppliers and regulatory bodies to stay ahead of industry developments. Drive innovation by monitoring new materials, testing protocols, and competitor activity. Oversee technical transfer projects and ensure seamless handover to manufacturing. Maintain and develop methods using Labsphere UV analysis equipment, including data interpretation and reporting. Help create a positive H&S culture, by continually coaching a safe working environment Helping to promote a positive working atmosphere within the company. What you will need: BSc or equivalent in a life science subject Extensive experience in cosmetic and toiletry formulation at a senior level, with a focus on sun care Proven track record of developing globally compliant SPF products. Deep understanding of global sun care regulations and testing protocols. Experience in managing or mentoring junior team members. Proficient in Labsphere UV analysis equipment and data interpretation. Confident in delivering technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Are you Senior Development Chemist within the cosmetic and personal care manufacturing industry? Live and breathe everything suncare, skincare, SPF? Looking to join a leading, well known manufacturer with some of the most credible leaders in the industry? Luckily for you, our client have partnered with Woodstock Recruitment to support them in this hire SPF development will focus as a key pillar in the ambitious growth plan, and will provide an opportunity for the successful applicant to make the role their own, being the internal expert, the go to person for all things SPF What you will do: Lead the formulation and development of innovative, globally compliant SPF products. Oversee all aspects of SPF product scale-up, including pilot batches, factory trials, and first production runs. Represent the technical team in customer meetings and presentations, working closely with the Commercial team. Manage and mentor at least one lab technician, supporting their professional development. Train and upskill R&D colleagues in SPF formulation and testing. Collaborate with suppliers and regulatory bodies to stay ahead of industry developments. Drive innovation by monitoring new materials, testing protocols, and competitor activity. Oversee technical transfer projects and ensure seamless handover to manufacturing. Maintain and develop methods using Labsphere UV analysis equipment, including data interpretation and reporting. Help create a positive H&S culture, by continually coaching a safe working environment Helping to promote a positive working atmosphere within the company. What you will need: BSc or equivalent in a life science subject Extensive experience in cosmetic and toiletry formulation at a senior level, with a focus on sun care Proven track record of developing globally compliant SPF products. Deep understanding of global sun care regulations and testing protocols. Experience in managing or mentoring junior team members. Proficient in Labsphere UV analysis equipment and data interpretation. Confident in delivering technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
