Regional sales manager

Regional Sales Manager / KAM

Industry: Chemical Ingredients (Pharma, Laboratories, Cosmetics)

Paris area


We are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a Key Account Manager to cover the Paris area. Our client is a leading supplier of chemical products and ingredients for pharmaceutical manufacturing, research laboratories, and the cosmetics and personal care industry.


This position is aimed at a B2B sales professional with strong technical expertise and a solid understanding of industrial and scientific markets.


Main Responsibilities:

* Develop and manage a portfolio of strategic clients in the assigned territory.
* Promote and sell chemical ingredients tailored to the needs of the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and laboratory industries.
* Provide personalized technical support and advise clients on product applications.
* Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the regional commercial strategy.
* Work closely with internal teams (technical, customer service, supply chain) to ensure customer satisfaction.
* Ensure regular reporting of commercial activities (CRM, forecasts, field visits).


Candidate Profile:

* Minimum 5 years of experience in technical sales of chemical products or ingredients.
* Proven experience with clients in the pharmaceutical, laboratory, or cosmetics sectors.
* Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage complex B2B relationships.
* A scientific or chemistry-related educational background would be a strong asset.
* Fluent in French and English, both spoken and written.
* Valid driver’s license required.
* Familiarity with chemical distribution networks would be a plus for the future, but is not mandatory for this role.


What We Offer:

* Attractive compensation package with base salary + performance-based bonus
* Company vehicle and covered professional expenses
* A stimulating technical environment within a strong and respected market player
* A quality product portfolio supported by committed technical teams
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About Planet Pharma:


Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.


Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.


We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.


www.planet-pharma.com