Sales Executive

Sales Executive - Textile Auxiliaries and Fiber Finish Croda is a FTSE100 organisation focused on our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives TM With a market capitalisation of 6 billion and nearly 6 000 employees globally we are innovating novel and sustainable ingredients for the Textiles and Surface coatings industry through our commitment to sustainability and customer centricity As our Industrial Specialties business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth we are looking for a Sales Executive to join our organisation to lead the Sales efforts for Textile auxiliaries Fiber Finishing product lines Reporting into the Industry Manager of our Industrial Specialties business you will develop maintain profitable sales for Textile Auxiliaries and Fiber Finish business in the western region of the country and negotiate best possible commercial agreements with customers Who We re Looking For At Croda we believe our people are the heart of our success We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow make a meaningful impact and thrive Degree qualified in Textile Chemistry with a master s in business Extensive experience in managing sales for Textile Auxiliaries and Finishing Technologies Must have formidable commercial acumen negotiating Skills and tenacity to drive growth Creative and tenacious with good planning and problem-solving skills What You ll Be Doing Be part of a team that values diversity sustainability and continuous innovation where your ideas and contributions matter Develop new business by identifying potential sales opportunities and following up on new leads and sample requests Negotiate the best achievable commercial agreements and implement short-term plans for product sales Achieve sales targets in line with business marketing and pricing policies Report promptly on business C4C reports in the designated Western India market identifying threats or opportunities as they arise Implement improvement plans within own area Carry out activities such as new business development new product promotion and assess market applications of Fiber Finish products Visit customers across Western India to explain promote and recommend Croda s Fiber Finish products and provide technical support Coordinate projects and development work with customers Liaise with all necessary functions to ensure all requirements are fulfilled from order receipt to cash collection Update sales forecasts as required Ensure all customer issues and complaints are resolved within the relevant system and responses are communicated back to the customer Assist in the promotion of new and existing products by undertaking marketing projects and conducting bulk trials as directed by sales management Carry no line responsibility in this role What We Offer Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including 22 days paid holiday allowance Private medical insurance Best in class medical benefits Access to share plans Generous parental leave Free car parking on Croda sites Additional Information This is a hybrid position based at our Thane site If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process please email jobs croda com Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute including age race colour religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital or veteran status pregnancy or disability or any other basis protected under applicable law In accordance with applicable law we make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees religious practices and beliefs as well as any mental health or physical disability needs