European Sales Manager based in Holland

Manufacturing European Sales Manager based in Holland 

Position Overview

The European Area Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales within the EU territory. This self-determining role requires a results-oriented individual with a track record ideally in fluoropolymer/ advanced polymer sales & management, but experience in an associated industry such print, paper, pulp or chemical processing would be of interest. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication (preferably with German, Dutch & English language skills), and understand the market and customer base within the EU.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and execute a sales strategy tailored to the opportunities within the territory, based around the existing, lapsed & potential customers and emerging trends.

· Create and manage sales & marketing forecasts, budgets, and goals.

· Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing, lapsed & new customers, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.

· Prospect and acquire new customers through targeted outreach, cold calling, and networking.

· Conduct regular client meetings to address customer needs, make presentations to showcase companies products & services, be willing to travel to exhibitions, events, clients & suppliers.

· Manage (with the benefit of 1 part-time administrative support) the sales order process that integrates with the with UK head office.

· Monitor and analyse sales metrics, KPIs, and pipeline activity to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.

· Provide regular sales & marketing reports and updates to the Directors of the business.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with UK head-office in areas such as project work, marketing, product development, planning and customer support to ensure alignment for sales / customers.

· Act as a liaison between the territory and the corporate office, providing valuable insights and feedback