Business Development Manager – Speciality Chemicals (CASE)
Location: Home-based, UK (with UK & European travel)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in driving profitable and sustainable growth within a growing, ambitious speciality chemicals distributor. Our client is an established and respected supplier of specialist ingredients and raw materials, supporting customers across a diverse range of technical applications.
This role will focus on developing the company’s presence in speciality chemical additives across key market segments including Surface Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Printing Inks (CASE).
As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for expanding market share, strengthening customer relationships and building a robust product portfolio across the UK and Europe.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively develop new business opportunities and win new customers across the UK and Europe
Manage, retain and grow existing customer accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and long‑term partnerships
Create tailored commercial and technical solutions to meet specific customer needs and challenges
Act as the voice of the customer to identify market trends, competitive dynamics and growth opportunities that will feed into strategic planning
Manage relationships with existing principals and suppliers, nurturing strong and collaborative partnerships
Identify, evaluate and on-board new supply partners and product ranges to support portfolio expansion
Deliver confident and professional presentations to customers, principals and internal stakeholders
Represent the business at exhibitions, seminars and industry events
Candidate Profile
Several years’ experience in field-based sales within speciality chemical additives
Strong technical grounding; degree-level chemistry or similar highly desirable
Commercially astute with excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Proven ability to identify, develop and secure new business opportunities with drive and enthusiasm
Collaborative team player who is flexible, self‑motivated and confident engaging with technical and operational stakeholders at all levels
Comfortable working in a home-based role with significant time spent travelling, including UK, European and occasional overnight stays
Full UK driving licence
Sponsorship is not available; applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Generous car allowance
NHS top-up scheme
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing career development and progression opportunities within a growing organisation