Alchem Partners Limited

Alchem are excited to be once again engaged as the search partner to a growing chemical business based in the North West. Specialising in both the distribution and manufacture of a number of chemical products and offering an impressive wide range of chemical manufacturing capabilities on behalf of its customer base. We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven sales professional to manage and drive their Contract Sales division across the UK. You will be responsible for managing and nurturing existing business, as well as identifying and developing new, strategic opportunities. You will drive performance for the Contract services within the capabilities and capacity of the site and be instrumental in managing the full sales lifecycle. Responsibilities Focus on the strategic identification and execution of new business opportunities To discuss with both the technical and commercial departments of the contract customers to gain as much knowledge of product uses and the wider industry as possible to be able to advise them to ensure they retain their customers but also to help with potential further projects. Ensure sharing of information with the sales team to identify potential opportunities. Use application and industry knowledge to identify potential new markets. Follow up leads from the website, incoming enquiries and from any other source. Attend UK exhibitions, as required, and follow up leads. Ensure all activity is recorded and communicated within the business in a timely manner. Maintain and improve the quality of service. Keep up to date on applications, the competition, the market and the developments within the company and its technical capabilities. Travel, as required, within the UK In return our client is offering a competitive salary, company car, bonus and benefits package. This is a hybrid role with flexibility on days in the office/out with customers and working from home. This role will suit a self driven individual, one who is ambitious and keen to grow their own career in a growing and agile business. Please kindly note , whilst we endeavour to respond to all candidate applications, due to the very high response rate across our various advertising campaigns, we may only be able to reply to candidates who match the position, thank you. About us: Alchem Partners are a UK based, international Search business, we pride ourselves on a personable and process driven approach ensuring the very best levels of service. As acknowledged specialists in a number of disciplines, we support the Chemical and associated industries by providing a truly consultative service to our clients and candidates alike.

Alchem Partners have been retained to source an experienced Operations Manager to lead a multi-disciplined team based in the UK. Our client is an industry leading expert, part of a multimillion, global business with sites worldwide. You will lead the multi-disciplined teams on site as well as manage a small number of smaller sites within the UK. The role will focus on existing processes and improvements, leading and mentoring multi-disciplined teams including operational, engineering, logistics, customer service and managerial/supervisors as well as waste reduction, operational efficiency and ensuring the implementation of the company values, mission, vision and strategy. You will be a key budget holder and be financially and commercially responsible for the running of the division and the strategic growth and implementation. Key Responsibilities Lead the site ensuring smooth and compliant running of the operations, engineering and other disciplines. Ensuring smooth running of entire process, including resolution of issues for customers in a timely and cost effective manner Focus on process and efficiency improvement, effective cost optimisation all whilst ensuring exceptional customer care and quality. Create and control departmental budget. Leading and participation of management and regional meetings Responsible for recruitment, induction and retention of team members Key Competencies/Qualifications and Experience Degree in a technical or commercial discipline Operational leadership experience within a process related industry i.e. Chemical, Process Manufacturing, FMCG etc. You will have strong commercial and financial acumen and a data driven mindset Strong continuous improvement experience Proven success managing and mentoring multi-disciplined teams i.e. operations, engineering, customer service, logistics etc. Strong customer-orientated view of the sales and service This role will suit a proactive, driven and ambitious leader who is looking to own their own and their teams development, someone who is keen to take ownership and improve upon current practices. This is a strong developmental opportunity for the right person with huge growth potential. In return our client is offering a salary of c 70,000, plus company car, bonus, private healthcare, pension. Please apply via the link below or contact Stuart Tomkinson directly.