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Job Ref: CST/64448 | UK Account Manager

UK Account Manager

Sector: Polymers, Rubbers & Raw Materials
Function: Sales & Marketing
Location: UK
Ref: CST/64448

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Location: Central Midlands or North

Client Overview:

We are proud to be working with Formerra who are a global leader in polymer raw materials distribution, trusted by manufacturers and OEMs worldwide. Known for their deep technical expertise, broad supplier partnerships, and commitment to customer success, this organization offers a dynamic, supportive, and entrepreneurial environment where ambitious professionals can grow and make an impact.

As an Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the UK sales team; responsible for managing critical accounts, winning new business, and ensuring this business continues to be the partner of choice in polymers, plastics, and advanced materials.

The Role:

  • Drive profitable revenue and margin growth through strategic account management and new business development.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships across all levels of customer organizations.
  • Leverage tools such as Salesforce, Tableau, and SAP to forecast, track, and deliver on sales targets.
  • Collaborate with marketing and channel partners to expand reach and capture new opportunities.
  • Apply a customer-centric approach, offering tailored solutions to complex technical and commercial challenges.
  • Represent the business at trade shows, conferences, and promotional events.

The Person:

We are seeking a commercially astute, technically confident, and customer-focused professional who thrives on growth and results.

  • Degree in Chemical/Polymer Engineering, Business, or related discipline (preferred).
  • 7+ years’ experience in polymers, technical sales, or distribution.
  • Proven track record in account management and new business development.
  • Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills.
  • Comfortable working independently, with excellent CRM discipline (Salesforce experience desirable).
  • Willingness to travel extensively across Northern UK (up to 60%)

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking, globally respected business where you’ll have the freedom to shape your territory, the support to succeed, and the platform to build a lasting career.

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

Throughout 2025, you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions:

Packaging Innovations, JEC World, European Coatings Show, Kunststoffenbeurs, K2025, Plastics Live Ireland

 

 

 

 

 

Conrad Taylor
Conrad Taylor
T: +44 (0) 7866 428775




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