Sales Manager

Sales Manager

UK Sales Manager
Managing Industrial / Manufacturing Distribution Partners.
£70,000 Basic, £100,000 OTE + Car + Excellent Benefits.
Remote-based (ideally Midlands, North)

The role is working for a global manufacturing company specialising in abrasives. The focus is on developing their UK distributor network and expanding their direct end-user customer base.

* Broadening and professionalising our UK distribution footprint
* Developing direct relationships with key industrial end users
* Positioning ourselves as a technically strong, long-term partner, not a price-driven supplier

In terms of profile, we are looking for someone who:

* Has prior experience in the abrasives industry (bonded and/or coated)
* Possesses solid technical knowledge of abrasive products and applications
* Has worked in and understands the UK market, with an existing network of customers and/or distributors
* Has a proven track record in market development and business growth
* Is strong in customer relationships and account management
* Is comfortable operating with a high level of autonomy and ownership

Phase two is promotion to Sales Director with plans to recruit a UK sales team.