Technical Sales Manager - Water Treatment

About the role: Provide specific technical or scientific expertise to customers and/or Account Managers, in order to achieve sales performance targets agreed, in the industry, segment or product portfolio assigned. Contribute to the development of (sub-) industries or product portfolio assigned, with focus on new clients. A science based degree and/or experience in the water treatment sector is required. Responsibilities: Use technical expertise to create value for the customer and drive opportunities/projects Manage and convert sales opportunities. Visit and build customer relationships to drive long term growth. Support Sales Managers, Business Managers, Account Manager (external) across all products specific to the Water Treatment industry. Provide deep technical and application expertise where the sales representative has limited technical background/knowledge. Maintain / build product knowledge. Maintain / build industry knowledge: trends, regulations, needs. Provide customer feedback to Business Managers, Sales Managers, Account Managers (external), Marketing etc. Work with customers on new applications Work with suppliers to develop technical opportunities and present pipeline/conversions The ideal candidate would be based in the London/Midlands area Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. Brenntag TA Team Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future. For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com