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About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
Technical Sales Representative
Yacht Coatings
Competitive Salary plus bonus and benefits
Southampton
We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role even if you dont meet all the criteria listed in the job description.
Weve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings theres a good chance youre only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. Its what youd expect from the most sustainable paints company which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Join our Marine Protective and Yacht coatings business and you will maximise the sales and profitability of our Yacht brands by providing technical client and frontline sales support in your region. This will include dealing with enquiries and complaints regarding our products as well as assisting customers with specialised product and process knowledge.
Job Responsibilities
Optimise business growth opportunities within existing client base.
Identify & win new business.
Create a sales implementation plan based on the agreed sales targets
Train customers on the use & application of company products equipment and documentation.
Conduct product demonstrations.
Performs technical scans and audits at designated customers
Proactively prevent & solve technical problems
Support our product testing process & assist in the implementation of new products and technologies.
Collaborate with colleagues in handling complex technical issues & claims.
Provide regular performance reporting.
Monitor trends/competitor activity & share insight with the business.
Job Requirements
Technical qualifications.
In-depth (technical) knowledge of the Yacht market and Yacht products.
Solid relevant experience in paint general industry or other manufacturing business.
Record of delivering consistent profitable sales growth within a fast-paced environment.
What Makes You Stand Out
Excellent communication negotiation & interpersonal skills.
Committed to a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
Ability to understand technical concepts.
Good at nurturing in-depth client relationships.
PC Literate.
What do we Offer at AkzoNobel
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
Income protection.
Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Employee Life Assurance.
Company pension.
Product discounts.
Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex retail card dental cover and more!
We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.
We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID:47407
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
