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Merritt Recruitment, Dartford (2026)

19/06/2026

Head of Channel Management - UK Based
Apply: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/head-of-channel-management-5940935

We're partnering with a leading international manufacturer embarking on an exciting growth journey to recruit a 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. This high-profile leadership role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver global channel strategy, manage a network of international distribution partners, and drive commercial growth across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Responsibilities:
✅Develop and execute the company's global channel and distribution strategy.
✅Lead, manage, and grow relationships with strategic international distributors.
✅Create and implement joint business plans to increase market share and revenue.
✅Drive commercial performance across the distribution network, delivering growth and profitability targets.
✅Partner with sales, technical, operations, and marketing teams to maximise opportunities and enhance the customer experience.

Candidate Profile:
⭐Proven success in Channel Management, Distributor Management, Key Account Management, or International Business Development Management
⭐Experience developing route-to-market strategies and driving growth through distribution networks.
⭐Strong commercial, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
⭐Background within manufacturing, chemicals, polymers, industrial products, or technical B2B sector.
⭐Comfortable operating strategically while remaining customer-facing and commercially active.
⭐Based in the UK with a willingness to travel internationally (25–40%).

We encourage applications even if you don’t meet every requirement – for a confidential discussion please contact:

Dr Laura Merritt
📱 +44 (0)7979 750856
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.merrittrecruitment.com

19/06/2026

Regional Sales Manager - Industrial Applications
UK Home Office Based
Apply: https://bit.ly/455ZqZL

Exciting commercial role with a successful, established and growing chemical distributor to develop new business and manage existing accounts within their industrial applications sector.

Key responsibilities
-Business development by generating growth through finding opportunities with new customers, new products and identifying new products for existing and new markets/applications.
-Frequent travel in the UK and Ireland for face to face customer visits
-Accurate reporting of sales figures and opportunity pipeline to Line Management.

About you
-Experience of selling to manufacturing industries namely those producing for metal working fluids, lubricants and greases, HI&I, water treatment and printing inks.
-A good knowledge of both industrial and consumer surfactants and complimentary raw materials.
-Strong commercial acumen with an ability to identify new business and margin growth opportunities.

For further details about this role and others, please contact:
Amber Alexander
MOB: 07393 196828
TEL: +44(0)208 133 4414
[email protected]

19/06/2026

🌍 Regional Sales Manager – Southern Europe
📍 Italy | Belgium | Austria | Switzerland
🧬 Life Sciences | High‑Growth Biotechnology
🌐https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/regional-sales-manager-life-sciences-southern-europe-5836409
Our client is a global leader in genetic monitoring, microbiome insights, and automated genotyping solutions — empowering researchers and biotech innovators worldwide. As they expand across Europe, we’re recruiting a Regional Sales Manager to drive growth across Southern Europe.
In this field‑based role, you’ll build relationships with leading academic and research institutions, promote cutting‑edge genotyping and microbiome services, and play a direct role in accelerating scientific discovery.

What You’ll Do:
• Drive regional sales strategy across multiple European markets
• Grow new and existing accounts
• Promote Automated Genotyping, Microbiome, GM & AMI solutions
• Represent the business at major European scientific events
• Manage pipeline & forecasting in Salesforce

What We’re Looking For:
• Fluent French (mandatory) + strong English
• 5–10 years’ Life Sciences / Laboratory Animal Science field sales
• Proven success selling into the French market
• Experience managing multi‑country European territories
• Strong commercial, relationship‑building and consultative skills
• Willing to travel up to 60%
If you're a French-speaking Life Sciences sales professional based in Italy, Belgium, Austria or Switzerland — and want to join a company shaping the future of research — we’d love to speak with you.
Contact: Dr Jeremy Clarke
📱 +44 (0)7852 168 957
☎️ +44 (0)208 133 4414
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.merrittrecruitment.com

19/06/2026

Key Account Manager | UK-Based
Apply: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/key-account-manager-5940788

We're partnering with a leading international manufacturer during an exciting period of growth to recruit a 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 responsible for managing and developing key European and global customer relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced account manager looking to take ownership of strategic international accounts, drive commercial growth, and progress their career within a successful and expanding business.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
✅Manage and grow a portfolio of strategic international key accounts (UK, EU & Global)
✅Develop long-term customer relationships and identify new growth opportunities.
✅Deliver revenue, margin, and profitability targets through account development and cross-selling initiatives.
✅Collaborate with technical, operations, and customer service teams to provide outstanding customer support.
✅Attend customer meetings, exhibitions, and international business development activities.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂
⭐Proven experience in Key Account Management, Account Development, or Business Development.
⭐Background within manufacturing of plastics or polymers.
⭐Strong commercial and relationship-building skills.
⭐Experience managing international customers and complex sales cycles.
⭐Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 25–40%).
⭐Based in the UK, with the right to work, sponsorship not provided.

We encourage applications even if you don't meet every requirement – for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Laura Merritt
📱 +44 (0)7979 750856
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.merrittrecruitment.com

🌍 About Merritt Recruitment
Specialists in recruiting within Chemicals, Life Sciences, Polymers, Coatings, and Personal Care & Cosmetics.
We bring together talented people and leading companies to drive innovation and sustainability across the scientific and industrial sectors.

18/06/2026

Ink Chemist - Plastisol & Water-Based Formulations - Midlands, UK
Details: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/ink-chemist-plastisol-and-water-based-formulations-5936206

We are seeking an experienced Ink Chemist to join an innovative UK manufacturer, specialising in the formulation and development of plastisol and water-based inks for textile printing. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with a strong background in screen printing inks, particularly for T-shirts and other garment applications.

Key responsibilities
✅Develop, formulate, and optimise plastisol and water-based inks for textile and garment printing
✅Ensure consistent colour accuracy, print performance, and product quality
✅Conduct lab testing and production trials for new formulations

About you
🧪Experience of formulating plastisol and water-based inks specifically for textiles and T-shirts
🧪Strong understanding of pigments, resins, solvents, and additives used in textile inks
🧪Knowledge of screen printing processes and performance requirements
🧪Must be based in the UK with the right to work

We encourage applications even if you don’t meet every requirement – for a confidential discussion please contact:

Dr Laura Merritt
📱 +44 (0)7979 750856
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.merrittrecruitment.com

17/06/2026

𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 - 𝗔𝗱𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀, 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 & 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 - 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 & 𝗨𝗞 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 - 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆
Apply: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/european-business-manager-adhesives-sealants-and-construction-5938967

We’re working with a growing, highly successful 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗿 to recruit a European Business Manager who will play a key role in driving commercial growth and leading a high-performing EU sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in technical sales or business development who’s looking to step into a strategic, leadership-focused European role.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
✅Drive revenue, volume, and margin growth across European markets
✅Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sales team
✅Build strong customer and partner relationships while securing new business

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂
⭐Experience in chemical distribution or industrial markets (e.g. adhesives/sealants)
⭐Background in technical sales, business development, or key account management
⭐A proactive, collaborative, and commercially driven approach

We encourage applications even if you don’t meet every requirement – for a confidential discussion please contact:

Dr Laura Merritt
📱 +44 (0)7979 750856
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.merrittrecruitment.com

16/06/2026

📢 We’re Hiring: Recruitment Administrator (Part-Time)
📍 Office-Based in Dartford (Tuesday – Thursday)

Merritt Recruitment is looking for an organised, proactive Recruitment Administrator to support our growing team in Dartford!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative agency working across exciting industries such as chemicals, polymers, and coatings — with plenty of variety and scope to grow.

✨ What You’ll Be Doing:
Managing and maintaining candidate databases (GDPR compliant)
Conducting market, client, and candidate research
Speaking with candidates over the phone to support the recruitment process
Coordinating interviews between candidates and clients
Supporting consultants across multiple live vacancies
Assisting with CV formatting, job adverts, and communications
Providing general office admin support

✅ What We’re Looking For:
Previous admin experience (recruitment or HR experience is a plus!)
Strong database/CRM skills and high attention to detail
Confident communicator, especially on the phone
Highly organised with the ability to multitask
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
A proactive, team-focused attitude

💼 What We Offer:
Attractive salary + company bonus
Part-time hours (Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday)
A supportive, welcoming team environment
A lovely Dartford office (including our much-loved office dog 🐶)
Career development within a specialist recruitment sector

📩 Apply now or get in touch: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/recruitment-administrator-5906781
📧 [email protected]

Join Merritt Recruitment and be part of a team that truly values people and relationships.

16/06/2026

Regional Sales Manager - Industrial Applications
UK Home Office Based
Apply: https://www.merrittrecruitment.com/job/regional-sales-manager-industrial-applications-5937787?source=bing.com

Exciting commercial role with a successful, established and growing chemical distributor to develop new business and manage existing accounts within their industrial applications sector.

Key responsibilities
-Business development by generating growth through finding opportunities with new customers, new products and identifying new products for existing and new markets/applications.
-Frequent travel in the UK and Ireland for face to face customer visits
-Accurate reporting of sales figures and opportunity pipeline to Line Management.

About you
-Experience of selling to manufacturing industries namely those producing for metal working fluids, lubricants and greases, HI&I, water treatment and printing inks.
-A good knowledge of both industrial and consumer surfactants and complimentary raw materials.
-Strong commercial acumen with an ability to identify new business and margin growth opportunities.

For further details about this role and others, please contact:
Amber Alexander
MOB: 07393 196828
TEL: +44(0)208 133 4414
[email protected]

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