An international player in specialty chemicals is strengthening its presence in France and is looking for a Sales Manager to drive growth within the Cosmetics & Personal Care ingredients market.

Operating at the crossroads of technical expertise and business development, this role offers a unique opportunity to engage with both local and multinational clients, within a highly competitive and innovation-driven environment.

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a global distributor of specialty chemicals, headquartered in Germany and operating across multiple continents.

With strong technical teams and worldwide sourcing capabilities, the company supports customers across various industries including Cosmetics & Personal Care, Home Care, Industrial applications, and beyond.

 

YOUR ROLE

You will be responsible for driving commercial performance in France, combining technical understanding and sales execution.

Key responsibilities include:

Achieving ambitious sales targets in a competitive market Developing existing accounts by introducing new solutions Identifying and acquiring new clients through active prospection and networking Managing the full sales cycle: client analysis, proposals, negotiation, contracts Collaborating closely with internal teams (R&D, marketing, supply, customer support) Monitoring market trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape

This position reports directly to the Managing Director France.

 

YOUR PROFILE

Scientific background (Engineering or Master’s degree), ideally in cosmetic formulation or related field 3–5 years of experience in B2B sales, preferably in personal care ingredients Strong ability to engage clients with a solution-oriented approach Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills Autonomous, structured, and results-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset Customer-centric and resilient Fluent French and in English (written and spoken) Comfortable with frequent travel (40–50%)

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

High-impact role with strong autonomy and decision-making latitude Exposure to an international and multicultural environment Competitive compensation package: Fixed salary: €55K–65K + Bonus: 10% + Company car Comprehensive health coverage

 

LOCATION

Paris area (France)

 

WHY THIS ROLE

This is a hands-on, business-critical position for someone who combines technical credibility with commercial drive, and who wants to contribute to the growth of a well-established international player in the specialty chemicals space.